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Best Alabama Private Schools Belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) serving 3,592 students in Alabama. You can also find more schools membership associations in Alabama.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) in Alabama include The Altamont School, Saint James School, and Indian Springs School.
The average acceptance rate is 81%, which is lower than the Alabama private school average acceptance rate of 86%.
17% of private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 12

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 12

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) in Alabama (2026-27)

Indian Springs School Photo
Indian Springs School
Gr: 8-12 | 336 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 22
190 Woodward Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 988-3350
(1)
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The Altamont School
Gr: 5-12 | 376 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 19
4801 Altamont Road South
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 874-3501
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The Donoho School
Gr: PK-12
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 10
2501 Henry Road
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 237-5477
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Glenwood School
Gr: PK-12 | 738 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 9
5801 Summerville Rd
Smiths Station, AL 36877
(334) 297-3614
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Highlands School Photo
Highlands School
Gr: NS-8 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 16
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
(1)
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Hooper Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 302 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 7
380 Fischer Rd
Hope Hull, AL 36043
(334) 288-5980
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Prichard Preparatory School
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
743 Mt. Sinai Avenue
Mobile, AL 36612
(251) 380-7220
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Saint James School Photo
Saint James School
Gr: PK-12 | 834 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 1
6010 Vaughn Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 273-2992
(1)
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Southern Preparatory Academy
Gr: 7-12 | 86 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 21
174 Ward Circle
Camp Hill, AL 36850
(256) 790-9202
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Map of Cahawba Christian Academy
Cahawba Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Christian
2415 Montevallo Road
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
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Churchill Academy
Gr: 1-12
Avg. class size: 9 students
Special Education School
3265 McGehee
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 625-8252
(1)
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Map of Escambia Academy
Escambia Academy
Gr: K-12 | 224 students
Baptist
268 Cowpen Creek Rd
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-2080
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) in Alabama?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) in Alabama include The Altamont School, Saint James School, and Indian Springs School.
How many private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) are located in Alabama?
12 private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) are located in Alabama.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) in Alabama?
Alabama private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) are approximately 24% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 25%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) are religiously affiliated in Alabama?
17% of private schools belonging to Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
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Private Schools
3,592
Students
$15,296
Avg. Tuition
24%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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