Average
#89 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 43% of private schools
Bright Beginnings Academy
School
3590 PLEASANT VALLEY RD, Mobile, AL 36609
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#89 of 207
In Mobile
#12 of 22
public schools
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Bright Beginnings Academy
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About Bright Beginnings Academy
Bright Beginnings Academy is a private school in Mobile, AL. Bright Beginnings Academy serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bright Beginnings Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- AL avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Bright Beginnings Academy 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Bright Beginnings Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bright Beginnings Academy 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 Bright Beginnings Academy compares to 55 public schools serving similar grades in Mobile, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bright Beginnings Academy (this school) | 6.6 |
| WP Davidson High School | 5.9 |
| Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Acceleration Day and Evening Academy | 5.6 |
| Acceleration Preparatory Academy | 4.2 |
| Denton Magnet School of Technology | 8.2 |
| HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind | 7.3 |
| Kate Shepard Elementary School | 5.5 |
| SpencerWestlawn Elementary School | 7.1 |
| EicholdMertz School of Math and Science | 9.5 |
| Morningside Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Old Shell Road Magnet School | 9.4 |
| ER Dickson Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Olive J Dodge Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Phillips Preparatory Middle School | 8.6 |
| Mary B Austin Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Maryvale Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Murphy High School | 4.0 |
| George Hall Elementary School | 2.9 |
| Mobile Mental Health Center | 4.7 |
| Lillie B Williamson High School | 2.5 |
Showing 20 of 55 schools. View all schools in Mobile
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3590 PLEASANT VALLEY RD, Mobile, AL 36609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bright Beginnings Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. GOVERNMENT STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LUKE'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, LOWER (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,724
Median Home Value
$201,800
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
24,091
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
43.1%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE GROVE SCHOOL Leeds, AL | 6.6 |
| LAWRENCE COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moulton, AL | 6.5 |
| MADISON BAPTIST ACADEMY Madison, AL | 6.7 |
| RIVERWOOD CLASSICAL SCHOOL Tuscaloosa, AL | 6.7 |
| THE HILLSBORO SCHOOL Helena, AL | 6.7 |
| THE HILLSBORO SCHOOL Helena, AL | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bright Beginnings Academy
What grades does Bright Beginnings Academy serve?
Bright Beginnings Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Bright Beginnings Academy?
Bright Beginnings Academy has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Beginnings Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bright Beginnings Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bright Beginnings Academy rank in AL?
Bright Beginnings Academy ranks #89 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Bright Beginnings Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bright Beginnings Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bright Beginnings Academy a private school?
Yes, Bright Beginnings Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bright Beginnings Academy a religious school?
Bright Beginnings Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Phone
- (251) 525-9105
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