Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Christian School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
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
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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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%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
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Black
89%
31%
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White
2%
50%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2018–2024. Show full history, 1999–2024 (no data for 2015, 2016 and 2017)
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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