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#120 of 207 private schools in AL
Southern Christian Preparatory Academy
High School · Birmingham, AL
A private high school in Birmingham, AL serving grades 6th – 12th.
5320 MILES SPRING RD, Birmingham, AL 35238
- 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
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Where Southern Christian Preparatory Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 6Car-Dependent
- Bike 26Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High5,331/100K
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Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
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| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinson Valley High SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.2 | 9–12 | 2.8 mi | 1,021 | Compare → |
| Claychalkville High SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.3 | 9–12 | 3.9 mi | 1,388 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Southern Christian Preparatory Academy is listed in Birmingham, AL; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Southern Christian Preparatory Academy
Southern Christian Preparatory Academy is a private high school in Birmingham, AL, serving approximately 87 students in grades 6th-12th with a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #120 of 207 private schools in AL.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Southern Christian Preparatory Academy
What grades does Southern Christian Preparatory Academy serve?
Southern Christian Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Southern Christian Preparatory Academy?
Southern Christian Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Christian Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Southern Christian Preparatory Academy is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southern Christian Preparatory Academy rank in AL?
Southern Christian Preparatory Academy ranks #120 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Southern Christian Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Southern Christian Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southern Christian Preparatory Academy a private school?
Yes, Southern Christian Preparatory 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 Southern Christian Preparatory Academy a religious school?
Southern Christian Preparatory Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 186 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (205) 440-2149
About this school's data
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- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
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- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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