Guided by our motto, "Learning through Living", Indian Springs School fosters a love of learning and creativity, a sense of integrity and moral courage, and an ethic of participatory citizenship with respect for individuality and independent thought.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked AL School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Yearly Tuition: $31,800
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 24 / Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Upcoming Events
- Open House - Sun., September 20, 2026 - get more information!
- Virtual Event - Wed., November 04, 2026 8:00am (CST) - get more information!
- Open House - Sun., December 06, 2026 - get more information!
- Virtual Event - Wed., December 09, 2026 8:00am (CST) - get more information!
- Virtual Event - Sun., January 10, 2027 6:00pm (CST) - get more information!
Top Rankings
Indian Springs School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
AP Courses
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Grey, Maroon
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
336 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
AP Art StudioAP Biology
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP ChineseAP Computer Science A
AP English Language and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP European HistoryAP French Language & Culture
AP LatinAP Music Theory
AP Physics CAP Physics I
AP Spanish Language & CultureAP Statistics
AP U.S. HistoryAP World History: 1500 to Present
Average SAT score
1400
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 24 / Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$31,800
Tuition Notes
Day students
Summer Program Cost
$7,000
Summer Program Cost Notes
Boarding ESL Camp. This price covers room, board, and three classes per day.
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,317
Admissions Director
Taylor Docking
Admissions Associate
Catherine Belser
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Bioengineering ClubBlack Student Union
Book ClubChess Club
Film ClubGardening Club
Homelessness Relief ClubHOSA: Future Health Professionals
Latin ClubLego Club
Math ClubMock Trail
Model U.N.NSRI: National Student Researchers Institute
Science OlympiadSocial Justice Club
Speech and DebateStudent Ambassadors
The Woodward Post Newspaper
Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber ChoirConcert Choir
Ensemble
School Notes
- 100% attend college
- Average class size: 16
- 110-member Choir
- 10 Varsity sports
- Average Faculty tenure: 17 years.
- 350-acre campus
- Fertile Minds organic garden and orchard
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Green - Author of The Fault in our Stars and Looking for Alaska. Made Times' 2014 list of the Most Influential People in the World.
- David Oh - Lead Flight Director for the Mars Curiosity Rover - NASA.
- Elaine Luria - Member of the U.S. Congress representing Virginia.
- Daniel Alarcón - Daniel Alarcón (born March 5, 1977 in Lima, Peru) is a Peruvian-American novelist, journalist and radio producer. He is co-founder, host and executive producer of Radio Ambulante, an award-winning Spanish language podcast distributed by NPR.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Indian Springs School cost?
Indian Springs School's tuition is approximately $31,800 for private students and $7,000 for summer students.
Who are famous alumni from Indian Springs School?
Indian Springs School famous alumni include: John Green, David Oh, Elaine Luria and Daniel Alarcón.
Does Indian Springs School offer a summer program?
Yes, Indian Springs School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Indian Springs School offer?
Indian Springs School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Indian Springs School's ranking?
Indian Springs School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Indian Springs School?
The application deadline for Indian Springs School is Jan. 24 / Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 24 / Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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Birmingham, AL 35244
(205) 444-5437
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Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 991-5963
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(205) 995-8709
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-8709
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(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6251 Eastern Valley Rd
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(205) 379-4650
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 379-4650
8621.8 miles
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(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
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Bottom 50%10
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Bessemer, AL 35023
(205) 379-3150
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(Math: 9% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
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Bottom 50%10
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(205) 379-4730
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 379-4730
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(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
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Bottom 50%10
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(205) 379-4700
Mc Calla, AL 35111
(205) 379-4700
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(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
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(205) 379-3750
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 379-3750
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