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#111 of 207 private schools in AL

Lighthouse Christian Academy

Elementary School

3570 BELL RD, Montgomery, AL 36116

Private

Enrollment

63

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#111 of 207

In Montgomery

#9 of 14

public schools

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Lighthouse Christian Academy

6.3/10

Elementary School in Montgomery · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lighthouse Christian Academy

Lighthouse Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Montgomery, AL. Lighthouse Christian Academy serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares1.1 pts below AL schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • AL avg 7.4

What Parents Should Know

At 63 students, Lighthouse 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.

At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Lighthouse Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Lighthouse 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 Lighthouse Christian Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Montgomery, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
This School
vs
18.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
63
This School
vs
470
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 90.5% vs 0%
White 6.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.2% vs 0%
Lighthouse Christian Academy Montgomery Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Lighthouse Christian Academy (this school) 6.3
Brewbaker Middle School 4.1
Brewbaker Primary School 8.7
Brewbaker Intermediate School 5.8
LEAD Academy Building A 7.1
LEAD Academy Building B 2.1
Halcyon Elementary School 6.1
Vaughn Road Elementary School 5.3
Fitzpatrick Elementary School 5.7
Wilson Elementary School 6.9
Dozier Elementary School 5.5
Dannelly Elementary School 5.5
Carr Middle School 4.2
Crump Elementary School 4.6
Blount Elementary School 7.5
Flowers Elementary School 4.8
McKee Middle School 5.2
MacMillan International at McKee 8.8
McKee PreK Center 2.8
Garrett Elementary School 5.6
Bear Exploration Center 8.2

Showing 20 of 44 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)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,239
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Enrollment 63
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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)

Black 90.5%
White 6.3%
Hispanic 3.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3570 BELL RD, Montgomery, AL 36116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lighthouse Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brewbaker Primary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEAD Academy Building A (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Halcyon Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Booker T Washington Magnet High School Montgomery 0.6 mi 7.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT HAMPSTEAD Montgomery 1.4 mi
MONTGOMERY CATHOLIC PREPARATORY SCHOOL Montgomery 1.3 mi 6.8
Brewbaker Middle School Montgomery 1.5 mi 4.1
Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School Montgomery 1.4 mi 7.6
Brewbaker Primary School Montgomery 1.5 mi 8.7
Brewbaker Intermediate School Montgomery 1.5 mi 5.8
Park Crossing High School Montgomery 1.8 mi 6.5
LEAD Academy Building A Montgomery 1.8 mi 7.1
LEAD Academy Building B Montgomery 1.8 mi 2.1
Halcyon Elementary School Montgomery 2.5 mi 6.1
CHURCHILL ACADEMY Montgomery 2.4 mi 7.0
Vaughn Road Elementary School Montgomery 2.5 mi 5.3
EASTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montgomery 2.6 mi 6.0
TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Montgomery 2.7 mi 6.7
SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER #02603 Montgomery 2.8 mi 6.5
EVANGEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery 2.9 mi 6.5
Dozier Elementary School Montgomery 3.4 mi 5.5
Fitzpatrick Elementary School Montgomery 3.1 mi 5.7
Loveless Academic Magnet Program High School Montgomery 3.0 mi 9.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,973

Median Home Value

$137,000

Median Rent

$1,056/mo

Population

44,369

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

47.5%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

33.9

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MOST PURE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile, AL 6.0
RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Montgomery, AL 6.6
ST DOMINIC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile, AL 6.6
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Troy, AL 5.8
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cullman, AL 5.8
MONTGOMERY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montgomery, AL 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lighthouse Christian Academy

What grades does Lighthouse Christian Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Lighthouse Christian Academy?

Lighthouse Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Christian Academy is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lighthouse Christian Academy rank in AL?

Lighthouse Christian Academy ranks #111 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Lighthouse Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Lighthouse Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lighthouse Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Lighthouse Christian 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 Lighthouse Christian Academy a religious school?

Lighthouse Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
7 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
63
Gender Split
84% M / 16% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County

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