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#56 of 207 private schools in AL

Top 27% of private schools

Churchill Academy

School

395 RAY THORINGTON RD, Montgomery, AL 36117

Private

Enrollment

95

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#56 of 207

In Montgomery

#2 of 14

public schools

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Churchill Academy

7.0/10

School in Montgomery · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Halcyon Elementary School

6.1/10

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6.5/10

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About Churchill Academy

Churchill Academy is a private school in Montgomery, AL. Churchill Academy serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Churchill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares0.6 pts above AL schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • AL avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 95 students, Churchill 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 9:1 students to teachers, Churchill Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Churchill 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 Churchill Academy compares to 51 public schools serving similar grades in Montgomery, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
This School
vs
18.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
95
This School
vs
537
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 56.8% vs 0%
Black 36.8% vs 0%
Asian 3.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.1% vs 0%
Churchill Academy Montgomery Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Churchill Academy (this school) 7.0
Halcyon Elementary School 6.1
Park Crossing High School 6.5
Carr Middle School 4.2
Wilson Elementary School 6.9
Blount Elementary School 7.5
Booker T Washington Magnet High School 7.0
Brewbaker Middle School 4.1
Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School 7.6
Brewbaker Primary School 8.7
Brewbaker Intermediate School 5.8
LEAD Academy Building A 7.1
LEAD Academy Building B 2.1
Garrett Elementary School 5.6
Dozier Elementary School 5.5
Vaughn Road Elementary School 5.3
Wares Ferry Elementary School 5.7
Fitzpatrick Elementary School 5.7
Loveless Academic Magnet Program High School 9.8
Dannelly Elementary School 5.5
Flowers Elementary School 4.8

Showing 20 of 51 schools. View all schools in Montgomery

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)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 54%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Enrollment 95
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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 56.8%
Black 36.8%
Asian 3.2%
Hispanic 2.1%
Two or More 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

395 RAY THORINGTON RD, Montgomery, AL 36117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Churchill Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Brewbaker Primary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pike Road Jr High School (rated 7.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Pike Road), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School (rated 7.6/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Halcyon Elementary School Montgomery 1.5 mi 6.1
Park Crossing High School Montgomery 1.6 mi 6.5
Wilson Elementary School Montgomery 1.9 mi 6.9
Carr Middle School Montgomery 1.9 mi 4.2
Blount Elementary School Montgomery 2.0 mi 7.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT HAMPSTEAD Montgomery 2.3 mi
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery 2.4 mi 6.3
Booker T Washington Magnet High School Montgomery 2.6 mi 7.0
Pike Road High School Pike Road 3.5 mi 5.8
Pike Road Jr High School Pike Road 3.5 mi 7.6
MONTGOMERY CATHOLIC PREPARATORY SCHOOL Montgomery 3.5 mi 6.8
Garrett Elementary School Montgomery 4.3 mi 5.6
Brewbaker Middle School Montgomery 3.7 mi 4.1
Brewbaker Primary School Montgomery 3.8 mi 8.7
Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School Montgomery 3.8 mi 7.6
Brewbaker Intermediate School Montgomery 3.8 mi 5.8
LEAD Academy Building A Montgomery 4.0 mi 7.1
LEAD Academy Building B Montgomery 4.0 mi 2.1
Pike Road Intermediate School Pike Road 4.5 mi 7.5
Dozier Elementary School Montgomery 4.5 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,237

Median Home Value

$225,900

Median Rent

$1,209/mo

Population

52,608

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

36.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
HUNTSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntsville, AL 7.0
ATMORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atmore, AL 7.1
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dothan, AL 7.2
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Decatur, AL 6.8
THE CAPITOL SCHOOL Tuscaloosa, AL 6.8
MADISON BAPTIST ACADEMY Madison, AL 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Churchill Academy

What grades does Churchill Academy serve?

Churchill Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Churchill Academy?

Churchill Academy has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Churchill Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Churchill Academy is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Churchill Academy rank in AL?

Churchill Academy ranks #56 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Churchill Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Churchill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Churchill Academy a private school?

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

Is Churchill Academy a religious school?

No, Churchill Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
95
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County

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