The mission of Shelby Academy is to prepare students for higher educational pursuits or technological careers.
We will accomplish this in a safe environment, guided by a staff of caring professionals teaching a challenging curriculum.
We believe that mutual respect among, and between, students and staff promotes the worth and dignity of each individual; students who set high goals are able to fully develop their potential; a safe and physically comfortable environment enhances student learning; development of personal values enables students to become confident, self-directed, lifelong learners; and students learn interpersonal relationships through cooperative groups, and demonstrate the responsibility of good citizenship by showing respect for others and their property.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
215 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
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 Shelby Academy?
The application deadline for Shelby Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Shelby Academy is The Day Program (5.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Haven Christian Academy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Westwood Baptist Weekday Edu Ministry (6.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
25.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 320 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5568 Chalkville Rd
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 854-2741
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 854-2741
36.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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