Jacob's Ladder in Alexander City, AL, offers early childhood education for grades PK through K in a town setting with a Methodist affiliation.
The school enrolls 184 students with 2 teachers, resulting in a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 92:1.
Approximately 8% of the student body represents students of color.
Jacob's Ladder is primarily an early childhood day care program serving families in Alexander City.
Nearby private schools offer a broader grade span, with Jacob's Ladder focused exclusively on preschool and kindergarten.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
184 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Jacob's Ladder?
The application deadline for Jacob's Ladder is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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