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Most Selective Private Elementary Schools in Alabama

The average private elementary school acceptance rate in Alabama is 87% per year (2025).
The most selective school in Alabama is 100 Blk Men Of Greater Mobile's Phoenix Program, with an acceptance rate of 25%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 25% 90% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 76%

Most Selective Private Elementary Schools in Alabama (2025)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
100 Blk Men Of Greater Mobile's Phoenix Program
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: 6-12
954 Government Street
Mobile, AL 36604
(251) 457-9465
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Phenix City Schools
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-6
1212 9th Avenue, Phenix City, Alabama, United States
Phenix City, AL 36867
(334) 298-0534
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Randolph School
Randolph School Photo - Our campus on Drake Avenue SE in Huntsville hosts K-8th grades. A second campus on Garth Road hosts grades 9-12.
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: K-12
1005 Drake Avenue SE
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 799-6100
Rank: #44.
St. Benedict Catholic School
(Catholic)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 40%
Grades: K-8
12786 Illinois St
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) 709-9861
Rank: #55.
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
7501 Division Avenue - East Campus
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 836-5758
Rank: #66.
Saint Rose Academy
Saint Rose Academy Photo - Our beautiful campus!
(Catholic)
(13)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: PK-8
1401 22nd Street S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 933-0549
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
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: #7 - 87. - 8.
St. Joseph Catholic School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-8
2009 W Montgomery Rd
Tuskegee Institute, AL 36088
(334) 727-0620
Rank: #99.
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: #10 - 1410. - 14.
The Lakeside School
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
1020 Lake Dr
Eufaula, AL 36027
(334) 687-5748
Rank: #10 - 1410. - 14.
Marion Academy
(Christian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
1820 Prier Dr
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
Rank: #10 - 1410. - 14.
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-5
743 Mt. Sinai Avenue
Mobile, AL 36612
(251) 380-7220
Rank: #10 - 1410. - 14.
Springwood School
Springwood School Photo
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
1814 Cherry Drive
Lanett, AL 36863
(334) 829-4000
Rank: #10 - 1410. - 14.
Tuscaloosa Academy
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Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
420 Rice Valley Road N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-4462
Rank: #1515.
St. Paul's Episcopal School
(Episcopal)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 81%
Grades: PK-12
161 Dogwood Ln
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 342-6700
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
Atmore Christian School
(Mennonite)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
245 Tennant Drive
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-5499
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
Holy Spirit Catholic School
(Catholic)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
601 James I. Harrison Jr. Pkwy E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: K-12
654 Discovery Drive NW
Huntsville, AL 35606
(256) 513-8700
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
The Jackson Academy
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
1954 Coffeeville Road
Jackson, AL 36545
(251) 246-5552
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
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: #16 - 2816. - 28.
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.
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
1631 Brashers Chapel Rd
Albertville, AL 35951
(256) 279-0192
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
North Mobile Christian School
(Baptist)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: K-8
1255 Industrial Pkwy
Saraland, AL 36571
(251) 679-3279
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
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: #16 - 2816. - 28.
St. Barnabas Regional School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-8
7901 1st Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 836-5385
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
St. Joseph Regional Catholic School
Montessori School (Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-8
115 Plum St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 766-1923
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
Tuscaloosa Christian School
(Baptist)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
1601 Prudes Mill Road
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 553-4303
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
3616 Holmes Ave Nw
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 533-5248
Rank: #16 - 2816. - 28.
Whitesburg Christian Academy
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(Baptist)
(6)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
7290 Whitesburg Drive S
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 489-7680
Rank: #29 - 3029. - 30.
Highlands School
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Acceptance Rate: 88%
Grades: PK-8
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
Rank: #29 - 3029. - 30.
Madison Academy
Madison Academy Photo
(Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 88%
Grades: PK-12
325 Slaughter Rd
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 469-6410
Rank: #3131.
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!
(Church of Christ)
(10)
Acceptance Rate: 89%
Grades: PK-12
4700 Wares Ferry Road
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 277-1985
Rank: #32 - 4432. - 44.
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: #32 - 4432. - 44.
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: 2-12
905 Ashland Hwy
Talladega, AL 35160
(256) 362-4314
Rank: #32 - 4432. - 44.
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: #32 - 4432. - 44.
Heritage Christian Academy
Heritage Christian Academy Photo - Heritage Christian Academy is conveniently located just off Exit 1 on 459 near the new UAB West hospital.
(Christian)
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
6200 Lou George Loop
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 978-6001
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alabama average private elementary schools acceptance rate?
The Alabama average private elementary schools acceptance rate is 87% for 2025.
What are the most selective private elementary schools in Alabama?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Alabama include 100 Blk Men Of Greater Mobile's Phoenix Program, Phenix City Schools and Randolph School.

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