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#97 of 207 private schools in AL

Top 46% of private schools

Knollwood Christian Academy

Elementary School

1501 KNOLLWOOD DR, Mobile, AL 36609

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

116

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

116

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#97 of 207

In Mobile

#14 of 22

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About Knollwood Christian Academy

Knollwood Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Mobile, AL. Knollwood Christian Academy serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Knollwood Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares0.9 pts below AL schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
AL avg 7.4

What Parents Should Know

At 116 students, Knollwood Christian 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.

Knollwood Christian 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 Knollwood Christian Academy compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Mobile, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

This School

17.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

116

This School

504

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.1% vs 0%

Black 23.3% vs 0%

Asian 3.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 0.9% vs 0%

Knollwood Christian Academy Mobile Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Knollwood Christian Academy (this school)	—	116	11:1	6.5
ER Dickson Elementary School	1.7 mi	1,058	20.7:1	4.6
Denton Magnet School of Technology	1.8 mi	330	20.6:1	8.2
Olive J Dodge Elementary School	1.9 mi	889	19.3:1	5.2
Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School	2.3 mi	646	19.6:1	4.3
Mobile Mental Health Center	2.4 mi	46	7.7:1	4.7
Kate Shepard Elementary School	2.5 mi	545	18.8:1	5.5
HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind	2.6 mi	48	5.3:1	7.3
Acceleration Preparatory Academy	2.6 mi	327	—:1	4.2
Burns Middle School	2.9 mi	692	17.3:1	3.0
ORourke Elementary School	3.2 mi	813	18.5:1	6.7
Augusta Evans School	3.4 mi	192	7.1:1	3.0
John Will Elementary School	3.8 mi	510	20.4:1	5.0
SpencerWestlawn Elementary School	3.9 mi	406	19.3:1	7.1
Mary B Austin Elementary School	3.9 mi	505	21:1	6.8
ClarkShaw Magnet School	4.0 mi	544	17.5:1	7.7
Morningside Elementary School	4.1 mi	487	18.7:1	4.3
EicholdMertz School of Math and Science	4.3 mi	511	18.9:1	9.5
Old Shell Road Magnet School	4.3 mi	369	17.6:1	9.4
Phillips Preparatory Middle School	4.4 mi	438	12.5:1	8.6
Forest Hill Elementary School	4.6 mi	485	16.7:1	5.4

Showing 20 of 48 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

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

B- 5.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,225

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 48%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 116

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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 68.1%

Black 23.3%

Two or More 4.3%

Asian 3.4%

Hispanic 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1501 KNOLLWOOD DR, Mobile, AL 36609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Knollwood Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST LUKE'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Mobile	0.8 mi	476	7.2
J B SHELTON ACADEMY INC Mobile	0.9 mi	22	—
MOBILE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile	1.0 mi	612	6.5
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile	1.7 mi	307	6.7
ER Dickson Elementary School Mobile	1.7 mi	1,058	4.6
COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, LOWER Mobile	1.6 mi	642	6.2
Olive J Dodge Elementary School Mobile	1.9 mi	889	5.2
AL-IMAN ACADEMY OF MOBILE Mobile	2.0 mi	112	6.2
MOBILE JUNIOR ACADEMY Mobile	1.8 mi	29	—
Denton Magnet School of Technology Mobile	1.8 mi	330	8.2
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile	1.9 mi	238	6.5
WP Davidson High School Mobile	2.0 mi	1,473	5.9
Mobile Mental Health Center Mobile	2.4 mi	46	4.7
COTTAGE HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT WEST CAMPUS Mobile	2.2 mi	604	7.6
ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile	2.3 mi	40	6.6
Elizabeth Fonde Elementary School Mobile	2.3 mi	646	4.3
Kate Shepard Elementary School Mobile	2.5 mi	545	5.5
HL Sonny Callahan School for the Deaf and Blind Mobile	2.6 mi	48	7.3
Burns Middle School Mobile	2.9 mi	692	3.0
Acceleration Day and Evening Academy Mobile	2.6 mi	385	5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,724

Median Home Value

$201,800

Median Rent

$1,072/mo

Population

24,091

College Educated

33.6%

Homeownership

43.1%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

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JacksonSteele Elementary School Hayneville, AL	130	6.5
Chapman Elementary School Huntsville, AL	137	6.3
Conecuh County Junior High School Castleberry, AL	107	6.7
AL NOOR ACADEMY - SHARON Montgomery, AL	102	6.2
ST ANN SCHOOL Decatur, AL	92	6.8
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Robertsdale, AL	153	6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Knollwood Christian Academy

What grades does Knollwood Christian Academy serve?

Knollwood Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Knollwood Christian Academy?

Knollwood Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Knollwood Christian Academy?

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

How does Knollwood Christian Academy rank in AL?

Knollwood Christian Academy ranks #97 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Knollwood Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Knollwood Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Knollwood Christian Academy a private school?

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

Is Knollwood Christian Academy a religious school?

Knollwood Christian Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 27 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 116
Gender Split: 63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Assembly of God
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Mobile County
Phone: (251) 661-1987

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