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35213 Alabama Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 765 students in 35213, AL (there are 3 public schools, serving 2,310 public students). 25% of all K-12 students in 35213, AL are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 35213, AL include Canterbury Day School and Highlands School.
The average acceptance rate is 72%, which is lower than the Alabama private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
80% of private schools in 35213, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 35213 Alabama Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Canterbury Day School
Canterbury Day School
Gr: NS | 123 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
350 Overbrook Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 874-1541
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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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Map of Mcelwain Christian Academy
Mcelwain Christian Academy
Gr: K-4 | 15 students
Baptist
4445 Montevallo Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 960-4649
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Map of N. E. Miles Jewish Day School
N. E. Miles Jewish Day School
Gr: K-8 | 85 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Jewish
4000 Montclair Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 879-1068
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Map of St. Francis Xavier School
St. Francis Xavier School
Gr: PK-8 | 194 students
Catholic
2 Xavier Cir
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 871-1687
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 35213, AL?
The top ranked private schools in 35213, AL include Canterbury Day School and Highlands School.
How many private schools are located in 35213?
5 private schools are located in 35213.
How diverse are private schools in 35213?
35213 private schools are approximately 38% minority students, which is higher than the Alabama private school average of 25%.
What percentage of students in 35213 go to private school?
25% of all K-12 students in 35213 are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 35213?
80% of private schools in 35213 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

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