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#157 of 207 private schools in AL
Beacon of Hope Christian School
Elementary School
12700 PADGETT SWITCH RD, Irvington, AL 36544
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#157 of 207
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Beacon of Hope Christian School
Elementary School in Irvington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Beacon of Hope Christian School
Beacon of Hope Christian School is a private elementary school in Irvington, AL. Beacon of Hope Christian School serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Beacon of Hope Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Beacon of Hope Christian School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Beacon of Hope Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Beacon of Hope Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Beacon of Hope Christian School compares to the 5 public schools in Irvington, AL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Irvington
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beacon of Hope Christian School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Dixon Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Alma Bryant High School | 3.3 |
| Anna F Booth Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Saint Elmo Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Pearl Haskew Elementary | 6.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12700 PADGETT SWITCH RD, Irvington, AL 36544
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beacon of Hope Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hutchens Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Mobile), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cora Castlen Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Grand Bay), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dawes Intermediate School (rated 8.0/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Mobile), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irvington, see our Irvington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dixon Elementary School Irvington | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Peter F Alba Middle School Bayou La Batre | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Alma Bryant High School Irvington | 2.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Anna F Booth Elementary School Irvington | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Saint Elmo Elementary School Irvington | 5.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Pearl Haskew Elementary Irvington | 8.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Grand Bay Middle School Grand Bay | 7.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Cora Castlen Elementary Grand Bay | 7.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Theodore High School Theodore | 8.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Nan Gray Davis Elementary School Theodore | 8.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Breitling Elementary School Grand Bay | 8.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Katherine H Hankins Middle School Theodore | 9.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Mary W Burroughs Elementary School Theodore | 9.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Meadowlake Elementary Mobile | 11.1 mi | 4.4 |
| WC Griggs Elementary School Mobile | 11.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Hollingers Island Elementary School Mobile | 11.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Hutchens Elementary School Mobile | 13.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Dawes Intermediate School Mobile | 13.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Burns Middle School Mobile | 13.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Mobile Mental Health Center Mobile | 14.1 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,405
Median Home Value
$116,400
Median Rent
$757/mo
Population
10,800
College Educated
9.4%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
43.1
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|---|---|
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| MCRAE LEARNING CENTER Selma, AL | 5.7 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Troy, AL | 5.8 |
| REVELATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile, AL | 6.0 |
| MT PILGRIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fairfield, AL | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beacon of Hope Christian School
What grades does Beacon of Hope Christian School serve?
Beacon of Hope Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Beacon of Hope Christian School?
Beacon of Hope Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beacon of Hope Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beacon of Hope Christian School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Beacon of Hope Christian School rank in AL?
Beacon of Hope Christian School ranks #157 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Beacon of Hope Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beacon of Hope Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Beacon of Hope Christian School a private school?
Yes, Beacon of Hope Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Methodist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Beacon of Hope Christian School a religious school?
Beacon of Hope Christian School has a Methodist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Methodist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Mobile County
- Phone
- (352) 306-1016
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