Lindsay Lane Christian Academy

Lindsay Lane Christian Academy

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
705 W Sanderfer Rd,  Athens, AL
3.5
3.2
639 Students
B+
Niche Grade
Since 2009, Lindsay Lane Christian Academy has focused on becoming a leader in children’s ministries as a tuition-based private school. Love and nurturing are the cornerstones of its mission to provide an enriching, research-based curriculum with a biblical worldview to students ages 3 to 18. Lindsay Lane is the leading facility for dyslexia and multisensory special education programs, making it the most recommended resource for special education in North Alabama. In addition, the school offers attractive scholarship opportunities and financial aid programs. The outstanding athletic programs include a baseball team ranked fifth in the state in Class 7A, according to the 2022 Alabama Sports Writers Association Rankings. Other athletic offerings include basketball, softball, flag football, track and field, cheerleading and volleyball teams for K-8. At Lindsay Lane Christian Academy, the students wear school uniforms, which the school believes foster a sense of unity, school pride and community spirit. Nestled behind Lindsay Lane Baptist Church, the sprawling campus is surrounded by lush tree lines and well-manicured grounds. The student-to-teacher ratio is about 5 to 1, allowing educators to focus on each student’s specific needs and learning preferences. About 36 percent of students from this school go on to attend a four-year college. Lindsay Lane has a reputation in the community for being a top school with test scores on SAT and ACT above average for the nation.

School Details

Head of School
Steve Murr
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average SAT Score
1120
Average ACT Score
25
Average GPA
3.87
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$6,603
Religious Affiliation
Christian

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
C+
Teachers
B
College Prep
C+
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.87
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
74
Full Time Teachers
49
Part Time Teachers
25
College Prep
Average SAT
1120
Math
510
Verbal
610
Average ACT
25
Math
21
English
26
Reading
27
Science
24
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
96%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
92%
Black
5.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.3%
Hispanic
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The University of Alabama 37 Students
Auburn University 36 Students
University of North Alabama 35 Students
The University of Alabama in Huntsville 30 Students
Calhoun Community College 23 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 22 Students
Mississippi State University 20 Students
Samford University 17 Students
Jacksonville State University 16 Students
Troy University 15 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 17 Students
Nursing 9 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 8 Students
Physical Therapy 6 Students
Communications 6 Students
Biology 5 Students
Political Science and Government 5 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 5 Students
Education 5 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 46 Reviews
3.0 Alum
5/26/2025
It is a great school but lacks support of sports and qualified coaches. Could benefit by more activities (clubs, etc.) that students can be involved in.
1.0 Parent
11/1/2023
Something changed. This past year a huge chunk of their staff along with many students left. We are now left with uncertified "teachers" in the middle and high school grades. My daughter who has been there since kindergarten is not learning a thing. Most test are open book because they don't want them to fail so it doesn't look bad on the school. The computer class is a complete and utter joke. They don't even have a Spanish teacher anymore so that class was just erased. There is no library even. The bigger this school gets the less opportunities are given. You have to actually pay a fee in order to be in the PTA which only uses you. They only want to fund sports and could care less about the arts and educational extracurriculars. The discipline system is non-existent and they can not control their students. There is a reason that they lost a such a vast amount of good certified teachers last year but it's being kept hush -hush. Do yourself a favor and keep looking at other schools.
4.0 Junior
8/15/2023
I have attended Lindsay Lane Christian Academy for three years. I started in 9th grade after my family moved to Alabama from Michigan. The transition was rough and finding friends is not the easiest thing to do for a traumatized teenage girl. But the education is amazing and I love the teachers, and after some time I made some amazing friends. I love this school so much and I cannot wait for more amazing experiences this year and the next.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 5 Reviews
parent
9/19/2025
As a parent, I’m so grateful for Lindsay Lane Christian Academy. The teachers truly care about my kids and help them grow both academically and spiritually. The Christian values they learn every day are a huge blessing for our family. The events and sports help them build great friendships. I highly...
1.0 parent
5/12/2025
Administration is comparable to a mean girls high school clique. Education is a joke- my son's test scores dropped while attending this school. The bullying is rampant. Other students are allowed to video tape your child reading and make fun of him for stuttering and there are no repercussions. Depe...
5.0 parent
8/10/2024
This is our 3rd year with LLCA (K4-1st grade) and we have had nothing but positive experiences. From eagerness to learn and succeed, to athleticism, and especially to discipling our child in the knowledge and wisdom of the Lord, I would recommend this school to absolutely anyone who asked. (Not to m...
2.0 parent
7/1/2015
The lack of professionalism of the administration is astonishing. The leadership struggles to make wise choices on a consistent basis and feels the need to change school policies depending on the demands of demanding parents.

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Lindsay Lane Christian Academy is a private Christian school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 705 W Sanderfer Rd in Athens, in the Athens neighborhood. Annual tuition is $6,603. The school has a total enrollment of 639 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Lindsay Lane Christian Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+. The average GPA is 3.87, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1120 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $345,981. Learn more about what Athens has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lindsay Lane Christian Academy.

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