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North River Christian Academy in Tuscaloosa, AL serves 212 students across kindergarten through 12th grade in a midsize suburban community.
Founded in 1981, this co–ed school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average class size of 24 students.
The academy has a Christian orientation and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) along with other school associations.
The campus occupies 5 acres and reflects limited student diversity with 2.4% students of color enrolled.
As a Tuscaloosa K–12 private school, North River Christian Academy offers programs consistent with regular elementary and secondary education within the city's suburban area.
Quick Facts (2026)
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 212 students
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
This school has proven to be all that it promotes in the education and support of students. Going on our 7th year @ NRCA and the experience has been wonderful.
- Posted by Parent - Mr Randy
57/16/2020
This school goes out of its way to make your child reach there full potential. They will work hard with the kids like they did with my son when he transferred from public school. The first day other kids were introducing themselves to him and he was accepted by the other children almost immediately. As for the Teachers, they are the best hands down and will stay late and even give out their cell phone numbers to the kids in case they have a question they can text them. During this difficult time my son has autism and one of his Teachers has brought lunch to him more than once just to check on him. No other school will ever come close to this school.
- Posted by Parent - Nathan Keys
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Quick Facts (2026)
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 212 students
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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The average private school tuition in Alabama is $10,644 for elementary schools and $11,706 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
