The Islamic Academy of Alabama is a private school in Homewood serving preschool through Grade 12. In operation since 1996, currently, there are approximately 250 students enrolled. The mission of this school is to create a safe and positive environment in which students learn Islamic values. The school strives to help each student become respectful and responsible society members and value each others’ differences. According to the school’s website, The Islamic Academy is the top Islamic school in Alabama. There are 70 staff members and volunteers working with students. In addition to core curriculum teachers, the school provides instruction in computer science, the Islamic faith, English as a second language, Arabic and athletics. Advanced placement classes are also offered.
A counselor is on staff to help guide students in course selection, social issues and college preparation. The school reports that 100% of Islamic Academy students are accepted into college. The Islamic Academy of Alabama is fully accredited through Cognia and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools on Accreditation and School Improvement. Students attending Islamic Academy come from diverse ethnicities and cultures, and the school welcomes children from all backgrounds.
Islamic Academy Of Alabama
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School
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Grade Pre-K-11
1810 25th Ct S,
Homewood, AL
224
Students
B+
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
25
Average GPA
3.58
Annual Tuition
$4,650
Religious Affiliation
Muslim
Niche Grade
A-
B
B-
B+
B+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
28
Full Time Teachers
26
Part Time Teachers
2
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
650
Verbal
620
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
27
Science
24
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
75%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Two or more races
96.6%
Black
3.4%
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Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Alabama - Birmingham
33 Students
Auburn University
9 Students
The University of Alabama
5 Students
Jefferson State Community College
5 Students
The University of Alabama in Huntsville
3 Students
Samford University
3 Students
The University of Alabama - Bama by Distance
3 Students
New York University
2 Students
Jacksonville University
2 Students
Johns Hopkins University
2 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
6 Students
Computer Science
5 Students
Engineering
3 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine
3 Students
Arts
3 Students
Business
2 Students
Biology
2 Students
Chemistry
2 Students
Civil Engineering
2 Students
Chemical Engineering
2 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
9/12/2022
The Islamic academy is the place for anyone who prioritize their Islamic values. Environment and overall atmosphere is excellent for young Muslims.
4/24/2018
Great learning environment. It provides challenges for students. AP classes are provided along with dual enrollment opportunities. Teachers are very cooperative and helpful. Principle and staff are very supportive.
1/23/2015
Soccer and clubs are among the extracurricular activities it presents. This school is a private school and keeps excelling in presenting the students attending with more options.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/29/2023
All of these happy positive reviews are lies. I attended and didn't like it that much. This is a narrow minded, backward thinking, racism, and segregated institution. I feel sorry for anyone aligning themselves with he way they do things. If people don't see one another as the same on this planet an...
12/15/2015
May have Limited resources but have unlimited care for every individual at the school. I wouldn't have my children anywhere else.
10/21/2013
This school is the best school ever. They have ap classes or advanced placement classes. They are very advanced and they give you an amazing treatment the staff is the best the give you so much. They teach Arabic which is one of the best in America, they also have one of te first Quran labs. It has...
9/16/2013
I really like my school because of the principal and also the teachers and students around me. Everyday I walk through the doors of my school I feel welcomed and always happy and excited to learn new things. I think others should know about this school because I also want the other kids out there to...
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About Homewood
List Price Range
$192K - $1.5M
Homes For Sale
0
Average Home Value
$593,498
Median Lot Size
9,583 Sq Ft
Average House Size
2,541 Sq Ft
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Parks in this Area
West Homewood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Patriot Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Central Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Trails
Overton Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Homewood Soccer Park
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
Spring Haven Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
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