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#133 of 207 private schools in AL

Calvary Baptist Academy

School

126 DOUGLASS RD NW, Huntsville, AL 35806

Private

Enrollment

49

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#133 of 207

In Huntsville

#12 of 15

public schools

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Calvary Baptist Academy

6.0/10

School in Huntsville · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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8.6/10

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About Calvary Baptist Academy

Calvary Baptist Academy is a private school in Huntsville, AL. Calvary Baptist Academy serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #133 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares0.4 pts below AL schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • AL avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 49 students, Calvary Baptist 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Calvary Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Calvary Baptist 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

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How Calvary Baptist Academy compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Huntsville, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
This School
vs
17.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
49
This School
vs
556
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.1% vs 0%
Calvary Baptist Academy Huntsville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Calvary Baptist Academy (this school) 6.0
Monrovia Middle School 5.9
Monrovia Elementary School 8.6
Providence Elementary 6.2
James Dawson Elementary 5.7
Academy for Academics and Arts Middle School 8.0
Academy For Academics Arts Elementary School 6.4
Ronald McNair 78 5.7
Jemison High School 5.3
Highlands Elementary School 5.4
Rolling Hills Elementary School 4.5
Academy For Science Foreign Language 8.4
Academy For Science Foreign Language Middle School 8.0
Columbia High School 2.8
Montview Elementary School 6.8
Lakewood Elementary School 6.1
Sonnie Hereford Elementary School 7.1
Morris Middle School 6.9
Morris Elementary School 5.9
New Century Technology High School 8.3
Lee High School 3.6

Showing 20 of 47 schools. View all schools in Huntsville

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,253
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Enrollment 49
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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)

White 95.9%
Hispanic 4.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

126 DOUGLASS RD NW, Huntsville, AL 35806

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HUNTSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Harvest), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Huntsville, see our Huntsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Monrovia Middle School Huntsville 1.6 mi 5.9
Monrovia Elementary School Huntsville 1.8 mi 8.6
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACAD - LOWER SCHOOL CAMPUS Madison 2.3 mi 7.5
Providence Elementary Huntsville 2.7 mi 6.2
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntsville 2.8 mi 6.7
Sparkman High School Harvest 2.8 mi 4.7
KLA SCHOOLS OF HUNTSVILLE Huntsville 3.0 mi
Sparkman Ninth Grade School Harvest 3.0 mi 3.8
OAKWOOD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Huntsville 3.3 mi 6.7
James Dawson Elementary Huntsville 3.2 mi 5.7
HUNTSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntsville 3.8 mi 7.0
Legacy Elementary School Madison 3.2 mi 7.8
LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harvest 3.5 mi 7.0
Academy For Academics Arts Elementary School Huntsville 4.0 mi 6.4
Academy for Academics and Arts Middle School Huntsville 4.0 mi 8.0
Rainbow Elementary School Madison 4.2 mi 8.7
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF HUNTSVILLE IAH Huntsville 4.6 mi 8.2
Highlands Elementary School Huntsville 4.3 mi 5.4
Sparkman Middle School Toney 4.9 mi 4.9
Ronald McNair 78 Huntsville 4.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,338

Median Home Value

$318,800

Median Rent

$1,287/mo

Population

28,443

College Educated

60.5%

Homeownership

48.5%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

31.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BIG COVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Owens Cross Roads, AL 6.1
HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bessemer, AL 5.9
KNOLLWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sylacauga, AL 5.8
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Troy, AL 5.8
HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Gadsden, AL 6.4
NEW DAY ACADEMY Dothan, AL 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Baptist Academy

What grades does Calvary Baptist Academy serve?

Calvary Baptist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Calvary Baptist Academy?

Calvary Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Baptist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Baptist Academy is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Baptist Academy rank in AL?

Calvary Baptist Academy ranks #133 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Calvary Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Calvary Baptist Academy a private school?

Yes, Calvary Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Calvary Baptist Academy a religious school?

Calvary Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
49
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
179 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Madison County

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