Bayside Academy is an independent, co-educational college preparatory school that offers a superior educational opportunity for students in grades pre-kindergarten through twelve.
The mission of the school is to nurture each child in his development as a whole person, one who, as an adult, will contribute with integrity and responsibility to his work, community, and nation.
To realize the maximum potential of each student, Bayside Academy is devoted to the task of fostering not only mental growth but also physical development, social interaction, aesthetic appreciation and spiritual values.
Toward this end, Bayside Academy provides caring accomplished instructors, a rigorous academic curriculum, and modern facilities.
Students work, learn and grow in an atmosphere that blends structure with freedom and academic demands with wholesome activities.
"Bayside's Mission is to educate and develop the whole student, who, upon graduation, is fully prepared to pursue higher education and who possesses high moral standards, a sense of responsibility, respect for self and others, and pursues excellence.".
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bayside Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
702 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
![Bayside Academy Student By Grade Bayside Academy Student By Grade](http://images3.privateschoolreview.com/charts/36000/35595/bayside-academy-chart-HQghHm.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Alan Foster
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
20 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art Guild, Boys Service Club, Chess Club, Environmental Club, FCA, French Club, Girls Service Club, Honor Council, Key Club, Literary Arts Magazine, Making It Count, Martial Arts Club, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Peer Counselors, Scholars Bowl, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government, Teen Tutors
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bayside Academy cost?
Bayside Academy's tuition is approximately $9,000 for private students.
What sports does Bayside Academy offer?
Bayside Academy offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Bayside Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for most sports offered.
What is Bayside Academy's ranking?
Bayside Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Bayside Academy?
The application deadline for Bayside Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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