Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center

Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center in Montgomery, AL, serves 19 students in grades PK through K within a nonsectarian early childhood program in a midsize city setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, with one teacher serving the entire enrollment.
The student population is 100% students of color, placing the school among the top 20% in Alabama for diversity.
The acceptance rate is 99%, reflecting broad enrollment availability for local early learning.
Tuition and specific fees are not listed, with area elementary private schools averaging $11,182 annually.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$11,068 (In-State) / $19,936 (Out-of-State)
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center?
The acceptance rate of Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
When is the application deadline for Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center?
The application deadline for Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Montgomery, AL is $10,596 for elementary schools and $11,568 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Montgomery, AL is 96% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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