Below Average
#200 of 207 private schools in AL
Ephesus Academy
School
829 MCMILLON AVE SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#200 of 207
In Birmingham
#30 of 31
public schools
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Ephesus Academy
School in Birmingham · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ephesus Academy
Ephesus Academy is a private school in Birmingham, AL. Ephesus Academy serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ephesus Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- AL avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 71 students, Ephesus 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.
Ephesus 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 Ephesus Academy compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Birmingham, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ephesus Academy (this school) | 4.1 |
| Hemphill Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Washington K8 | 7.0 |
| Princeton School | 6.7 |
| West End Academy | 6.8 |
| Parker High School | 2.5 |
| EPIC Alternative Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Magic City Acceptance Academy | 4.6 |
| Bush Hills STEAM Academy | 4.8 |
| Wilkerson Middle School | 2.2 |
| Glen Iris Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Richard Arrington Elementary | 8.4 |
| Tuggle Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Minor Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Central Park Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Ramsay High School | 6.3 |
| Jefferson County Virtual School | 4.9 |
| Phillips Academy | 8.3 |
| Jones Valley Middle School | 3.5 |
| JacksonOlin High School | 1.9 |
| Charles A Brown Elementary School | 7.1 |
Showing 20 of 59 schools. View all schools in Birmingham
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
829 MCMILLON AVE SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ephesus Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hall Kent Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Homewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Homewood Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Homewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richard Arrington Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hemphill Elementary School Birmingham | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| BUILD UP COMMUNITY SCHOOL Birmingham | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington K8 Birmingham | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY CRISTO REY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Princeton School Birmingham | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Parker High School Birmingham | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| West End Academy Birmingham | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Magic City Acceptance Academy Birmingham | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Wilkerson Middle School Birmingham | 2.0 mi | 2.2 |
| Bush Hills STEAM Academy Birmingham | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| EPIC Alternative Elementary School Birmingham | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| GLEN IRIS BAPTIST SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Richard Arrington Elementary Birmingham | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Tuggle Elementary School Birmingham | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Glen Iris Elementary School Birmingham | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Homewood Middle School Homewood | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Minor Elementary School Birmingham | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Birmingham | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Hall Kent Elementary School Homewood | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,286
Median Home Value
$94,500
Median Rent
$1,044/mo
Population
25,267
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
33.8%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| VINEMONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vinemont, AL | 4.2 |
| Childrens Center Montgomery, AL | 3.5 |
| Mobile Mental Health Center Mobile, AL | 4.7 |
| Linda Nolen Learning Center Pelham, AL | 3.4 |
| ELLWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Selma, AL | 4.8 |
| THE RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF THE EASTERN SHORE Daphne, AL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ephesus Academy
What grades does Ephesus Academy serve?
Ephesus Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Ephesus Academy?
Ephesus Academy has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ephesus Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ephesus Academy is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ephesus Academy rank in AL?
Ephesus Academy ranks #200 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Ephesus Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ephesus Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ephesus Academy a private school?
Yes, Ephesus Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ephesus Academy a religious school?
Ephesus Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 71
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 158 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (205) 786-2194
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