Below Average
#194 of 207 private schools in AL
Faith Academy
School
8650 TANNER WILLIAMS RD, Mobile, AL 36608
Enrollment
1,623
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,623
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#194 of 207
In Mobile
#22 of 22
public schools
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Faith Academy
School in Mobile · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Faith Academy
Faith Academy is a private school in Mobile, AL. Faith Academy serves approximately 1,623 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #194 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- AL avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Faith 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 Faith Academy compares to 56 public schools serving similar grades in Mobile, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Faith Academy (this school) | 4.6 |
| Elsie Collier Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Baker High School | 4.8 |
| Augusta Evans School | 3.0 |
| Taylor White Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Orchard Elementary School | 4.6 |
| ORourke Elementary School | 6.7 |
| ClarkShaw Magnet School | 7.7 |
| Bernice J Causey Middle School | 4.5 |
| John Will Elementary School | 5.0 |
| ER Dickson Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Forest Hill Elementary School | 5.4 |
| CL Scarborough Model Middle School | 4.4 |
| Hutchens Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Denton Magnet School of Technology | 8.2 |
| WP Davidson High School | 5.9 |
| Dawes Intermediate School | 8.0 |
| Mary B Austin Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Acceleration Day and Evening Academy | 5.6 |
| Acceleration Preparatory Academy | 4.2 |
| Olive J Dodge Elementary School | 5.2 |
Showing 20 of 56 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8650 TANNER WILLIAMS RD, Mobile, AL 36608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Faith Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT WEST CAMPUS (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AL-IMAN ACADEMY OF MOBILE (rated 6.2/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Augusta Evans School (rated 3.0/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elsie Collier Elementary School Mobile | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Baker High School Mobile | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Augusta Evans School Mobile | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Taylor White Elementary School Mobile | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ORourke Elementary School Mobile | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI WORLD SCHOOL Mobile | 3.8 mi | — |
| Bernice J Causey Middle School Mobile | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Orchard Elementary School Mobile | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT WEST CAMPUS Mobile | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Allentown Elementary School Semmes | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MOBILE JUNIOR ACADEMY Mobile | 4.1 mi | — |
| ClarkShaw Magnet School Mobile | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| J B SHELTON ACADEMY INC Mobile | 4.0 mi | — |
| AL-IMAN ACADEMY OF MOBILE Mobile | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| John Will Elementary School Mobile | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| KNOLLWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mobile | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ER Dickson Elementary School Mobile | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Mary G Montgomery High School Semmes | 5.7 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,372
Median Home Value
$234,400
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
37,599
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
54.7%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| UMS-WRIGHT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mobile, AL | 5.0 |
| Alabama Destinations Career Academy Chickasaw, AL | 5.5 |
| ESSENTIAL CHURCH SCHOOL Birmingham, AL | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Faith Academy
What grades does Faith Academy serve?
Faith Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Faith Academy?
Faith Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,623 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Faith Academy is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Faith Academy rank in AL?
Faith Academy ranks #194 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Faith Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Faith Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Faith Academy a private school?
Yes, Faith Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Faith Academy a religious school?
Faith Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,623
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mobile County
- Phone
- (251) 633-7267
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