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Alabama Alternative Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 21 alternative private elementary schools serving 1,193 students in Alabama.

The alternative private elementary school in Alabama is Marietta Johnson School Of Organic Education.

The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama private elementary school average acceptance rate of 88%.

33% of alternative private elementary schools in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Presbyterian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 21
# Students Served: 1,193

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 21
# Students Served: 1,193

Alabama Alternative Private Elementary Schools Trends

Private Schools

1,193

Students

$8,900

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

70%

Students of Color

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private elementary schools in Alabama?

The alternative private elementary schools in Alabama is Marietta Johnson School Of Organic Education.

How many alternative private elementary schools are located in Alabama?

21 alternative private elementary schools are located in Alabama.

How diverse are alternative private elementary schools in Alabama?

Alabama alternative private elementary schools are approximately 70% minority students, which is higher than the Alabama private school average of 24%.

What percentage of alternative private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Alabama?

33% of alternative private elementary schools in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Presbyterian).

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