Christian School in Birmingham, AL, ranked #267 in the state in 2023, declining from #196 in 2022 and exhibiting overall fluctuation in ranking since 2012.
Math proficiency was 33%, higher than the state average of 30% but down from previous highs, while reading proficiency reached 68%, higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency ranged between 55–59%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable around 630 students in recent years with a high minority enrollment of 98%, predominantly Black (530 students), and approximately 50% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating consistent socioeconomic need.
The school serves grades PK–8 with 587 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, with an average class size of 20 students.
Christian School is a Title I magnet school in the South Roebuck neighborhood offering no virtual instruction, with an acceptance rate of 85% and participation in the National School Lunch Program under the Community Eligibility Option.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Christian Alt School serves the northeast part of Birmingham, AL, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Christian School's student population of 574 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Empowering students, shaping futures.
School Rankings
Christian School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christian School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christian School's ranking?
Christian School is ranked #267 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Christian School often compared to?
Christian Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phillips Academy, South Hampton K8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Christian School?
574 students attend Christian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Christian School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christian School?
Christian School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Christian School offer ?
Christian School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christian School part of?
Christian School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Christian School located?
Christian School is located in the South Roebuck neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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