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Rising Hope Academy

7916 2nd Ave S Birmingham, AL 35206

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 39 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Rising Hope Academy in Birmingham, AL serves 39 co–ed students in kindergarten through grade 6 within a midsize city community.
  • The school has a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by a faculty of 5 teachers.
  • Rising Hope Academy is affiliated with the Association of Christian Schools International and has a Christian orientation.
  • Approximately 21% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
  • Located in the South Eastlake neighborhood, the school offers an elementary program with a special emphasis in a city setting.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 39 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Rising Hope Academy?
The application deadline for Rising Hope Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rising Hope Academy located?
Rising Hope Academy is located in the South Eastlake neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 3 other private schools located in South Eastlake.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Birmingham, AL is $9,571 for elementary schools and $12,266 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Birmingham, AL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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