Most Selective Private Schools in Alabama

The average private school acceptance rate in Alabama is 90% per year (2024).
The most selective school in Alabama is The American Academy For Young Professionals, with an acceptance rate of 50%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 50% 98% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 87%

Most Selective Private Schools in Alabama (2024)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
The American Academy For Young Professionals
The American Academy For Young Professionals Photo - Preparing NOW to lead TOMORROW - National & Global Leaders!
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Grades: 6-12
216 Roebuck Drive - East Campus
Birmingham, AL 35215
(205) 833-4416
Rank: #22.
Grace Classical Christian Academy
Grace Classical Christian Academy Photo - GCCA instruction and practical application in physics class.
(Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: K-12
925 W Main Street
Albertville, AL 35950
(256) 437-9091
Rank: #33.
Hilltop Montessori School
Hilltop Montessori School Photo - Students at Hilltop Montessori School successfully transition to college preparatory programs in the Birmingham area and beyond, including Indian Springs School, The Alabama School of Fine Arts, The Altamont School, St. James Boarding School and other programs. Graduates attended prestigious colleges including Tulane University, New York University, The University of Alabama Honors College, UAB Honors Program, University of North Carolina
Montessori School
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: NS-8
6 Abbott Square
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 437-9343
Rank: #4 - 74. - 7.
Marion Academy
(Presbyterian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: NS-12
1820 Prier Dr
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
Rank: #4 - 74. - 7.
Prichard Preparatory School
Prichard Preparatory School Photo
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-5
743 Mt. Sinai Avenue
Mobile, AL 36612
(251) 380-7220
Rank: #4 - 74. - 7.
Springwood School
Springwood School Photo
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
1814 Cherry Drive
Lanett, AL 36863
(334) 829-4000
Rank: #4 - 74. - 7.
Tuscaloosa Academy
Tuscaloosa Academy Photo - Tuscaloosa Academy
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
420 Rice Valley Road N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-4462
Rank: #88.
Madison Academy
Madison Academy Photo - Second graders learn about Johnny Appleseed and taste test different varieties of apples.
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 82%
Grades: PK-12
325 Slaughter Rd
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 469-6410
Rank: #9 - 149. - 14.
Atmore Christian School
(Mennonite)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: K-12
245 Tennant Drive
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-5499
Rank: #9 - 149. - 14.
Mars Hill Bible School
Mars Hill Bible School Photo
(Church of Christ)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
698 Cox Creek Pkwy
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 767-1203
Rank: #9 - 149. - 14.
Marshall Christian School
Marshall Christian School Photo - MCA collected over 145 shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. These shoeboxes were sent to children all over the world at Christmas.
(Methodist)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
1631 Brashers Chapel Rd
Albertville, AL 35951
(256) 279-0192
Rank: #9 - 149. - 14.
Prattville Christian Academy
Prattville Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
322 Old Farm Lane N.
Prattville, AL 36066
(334) 285-0077
Rank: #9 - 149. - 14.
St. Barnabas Regional School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-8
7901 1st Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 836-5385
Rank: #9 - 149. - 14.
Valley Fellowship Christian Academy
Valley Fellowship Christian Academy Photo
(Pentecostal)
(6)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
3616 Holmes Ave Nw
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 533-5248
Rank: #1515.
Highlands School
Highlands School Photo - Visit www.60moreyears.highlandsschool.org for a glimpse into the NEXT 60 years of progressive, student-centered learning!
Acceptance Rate: 88%
Grades: PK-8
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
Rank: #1616.
Alabama Christian Academy
Alabama Christian Academy Photo - At Alabama Christian Academy we are committed to creating a Christ-centered environment that encourages students to dream to the future and dare to make a difference. Along with advanced academics, ACA provides a comprehensive AHSAA athletics program, an award-winning fine arts department and other enrichment opportunities. Soar into excellence at ACA!
(Christian)
(10)
Acceptance Rate: 89%
Grades: PK-12
4700 Wares Ferry Road
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 277-1985
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Alabama Waldorf School
Alabama Waldorf School Photo - Multi-cultural celebrations in the Kindergarten
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
5901 Crestwood Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 592-0541
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: K-12
905 Ashland Hwy
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 362-4314
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Bethel Baptist School
Bethel Baptist School Photo - Bethel Baptist School
(Baptist)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-1
1301 Bethel Rd
Hartselle, AL 35640
(256) 773-2154
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Heritage Christian Academy
Heritage Christian Academy Photo - Heritage Christian Academy is conveniently located just off Exit 1 on 459 near the Bent Brook Golf Course.
(Christian)
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
6200 Lou George Loop
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 978-6001
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Huntsville Achievement School
Huntsville Achievement School Photo
Special Education School
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: K-12
4217 9th Ave SW
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 539-1772
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Huntsville Christian Academy
Huntsville Christian Academy Photo - HCA Basketball Team
(Christian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
175 W Park Loop Nw
Huntsville, AL 35806
(256) 895-9550
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Lighthouse Christian Academy
Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo - Main Academic building with gymnasium and additional classrooms behind.
(Baptist)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-8
3570 Bell Rd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 271-4200
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Lindsay Lane Christian Academy
Lindsay Lane Christian Academy Photo - New high school and middle school building completed in January of 2024
(Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-12
705 W Sanderfer Rd; 1300 Lindsay Lane
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-3778
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Mountain View Christian Academy
Mountain View Christian Academy Photo
(Church of God)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
3665 Al Highway 73
Bryant, AL 35958
(256) 597-3467
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Victory Christian Academy
Victory Christian Academy Photo - Students gather around the flag pole to pray for our country.
(Baptist)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: K-12
3151 Hwy 14
Millbrook, AL 36054
(334) 285-0211
Rank: #17 - 2717. - 27.
Wiregrass Christian Academy
Wiregrass Christian Academy Photo
(Church of Christ)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-6
209 West College Street
Enterprise, AL 36330
(334) 393-8972
Rank: #2828.
Bayshore Christian School
Bayshore Christian School Photo - Bayshore Ambassadors!
(Presbyterian)
Acceptance Rate: 93%
Grades: PK-12
316 Presbyterian Dr
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 929-0011
Rank: #29 - 3229. - 32.
Faith Christian School
Faith Christian School Photo
(Presbyterian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: PK-12
4100 Ronnaki Road
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 236-4499
Rank: #29 - 3229. - 32.
KLA Schools of Huntsville
KLA Schools of Huntsville Photo - A Reggio inspired and nature-based school serving children from infants to kindergarten.
Daycare / Preschool
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: NS-K
1699 Old Dry Creek Rd
Huntsville, AL 35806
(256) 837-5266
Rank: #29 - 3229. - 32.
Maranathan Academy
Maranathan Academy Photo - Maranathan Academy June 2017 Graduating Class
Alternative School (Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: 7-12
10- 67th Street North
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 591-8100
Rank: #29 - 3229. - 32.
Northside Methodist Church & Academy
Northside Methodist Church & Academy Photo - Exciting learning environment
(Methodist)
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: PK-12
2600 Redmond Road
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-7273
Rank: #3333.
Hoover Christian School
Hoover Christian School Photo - We have a wonderful building and atmosphere at our school.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 97%
Grades: K-12
2113 Old Rocky Ridge Rd
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 987-3376
Rank: #34 - 3734. - 37.
American Christian Academy
American Christian Academy Photo - School Program
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 98%
Grades: PK-12
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5134
Rank: #34 - 3734. - 37.
Open Door Christian School
Open Door Christian School Photo - 2011 K5 Graduation Program with a few of the children.
(Christian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 98%
Grades: PK-12
20774 County Road 12 S
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 943-1693
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alabama average private schools acceptance rate?
The Alabama average private schools acceptance rate is 90% for 2024.
What are the most selective private schools in Alabama?
What is the most selective high school and elementary school in Alabama?
The most selective private high school in Alabama is The American Academy For Young Professionals, with an acceptance rate of 50%. The most selective private elementary school is The American Academy For Young Professionals, with an acceptance rate of 50%.

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