Bear Creek Academy in Tuscaloosa, AL serves 119 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a small city setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 supported by 6 full–time teachers.
Approximately 18.5% of students at Bear Creek Academy represent diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
The Christian–oriented academy provides a regular elementary and secondary education program within the Tuscaloosa community.
Enrollment includes 92 students in grades K–12, reflecting a small school environment in the city of Tuscaloosa.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
119 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Bear Creek Academy?
The application deadline for Bear Creek Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Bear Creek Academy is American Christian Academy (3.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Spirit Continuation School (1.8 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Holy Spirit Continuation School
(Catholic)
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 282 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Capstone Learning Academy
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1300 21st St. E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(659) 216-2990
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(659) 216-2990
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American Christian Academy![American Christian Academy Photo - School Program]( "American Christian Academy Photo - School Program")
(Christian)
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 student Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
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Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
601 James I. Harrison Jr. Pkwy E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 435 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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