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Foster Academy
High School
809 JORDAN LN NW, Huntsville, AL 35816
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Foster Academy
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About Foster Academy
Foster Academy is a private high school in Huntsville, AL. Foster Academy serves approximately 6 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 6 students, Foster 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 3:1 students to teachers, Foster Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Foster 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 Foster Academy compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Huntsville, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Foster Academy (this school) | — |
| Sonnie Hereford Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Morris Middle School | 6.9 |
| Highlands Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Academy for Academics and Arts Middle School | 8.0 |
| Montview Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Academy For Science Foreign Language Middle School | 8.0 |
| Huntsville High School | 6.6 |
| James Dawson Elementary | 5.7 |
| Huntsville Junior High School | 3.2 |
| New Century Technology High School | 8.3 |
| Lee High School | 3.6 |
| Lakewood Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Blossomwood Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Jemison High School | 5.3 |
| Ronald McNair 78 | 5.7 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Columbia High School | 2.8 |
| Chapman Middle School | 4.5 |
| Jones Valley Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Whitesburg Middle School | 3.4 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 6 students
- Type
- Private · Baptist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Address
- 809 JORDAN LN NW, Huntsville, AL 35816
- Phone
- (256) 945-0664
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in AL aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
809 JORDAN LN NW, Huntsville, AL 35816
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foster Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Academy For Science Foreign Language (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away). Another option is ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF HUNTSVILLE IAH (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away). Additionally, Academy for Academics and Arts Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away). For more schools in Huntsville, see our Huntsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,947
Median Home Value
$114,100
Median Rent
$875/mo
Population
15,172
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
27.2%
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
28.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEREAN BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elberta, AL | — |
| TEEN UNIVERSITY Phenix City, AL | — |
| THE PINNACLE SCHOOL Huntsville, AL | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foster Academy
What grades does Foster Academy serve?
Foster Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Foster Academy?
Foster Academy has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foster Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Foster Academy is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Foster Academy a private school?
Yes, Foster 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 Foster Academy a religious school?
Foster Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Gender Split
- 83% M / 17% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (256) 945-0664
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