For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 837 students in 35226, AL (there are 6 public schools, serving 3,540 public students). 19% of all K-12 students in 35226, AL are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 35226, AL is Prince Of Peace Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Alabama private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
Top Ranked 35226 Alabama Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Prince Of Peace Catholic School![Prince Of Peace Catholic School Photo - This is a partial view of the front of our beautiful school in the suburb of Hoover, AL. Prince Of Peace Catholic School Photo - This is a partial view of the front of our beautiful school in the suburb of Hoover, AL.]()

(Catholic)
4650 Preserve Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 824-7886
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 824-7886
Gr: PK-8 | 528 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Green Valley Baptist Church
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1815 Patton Chapel Rd
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 822-6239
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 822-6239
Gr: PK-K | 215 students
Hoover KinderCare![Hoover KinderCare Photo - Hoover KinderCare Hoover KinderCare Photo - Hoover KinderCare]()

Daycare / Preschool
3160 Old Columbiana Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 822-8110
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 822-8110
Gr: NS-PK
Oakmont Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
1817 Patton Chapel Rd
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 823-4020
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 823-4020
Gr: K-1 | 94 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 35226, AL?
The top ranked private schools in 35226, AL is Prince Of Peace Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 35226?
4 private schools are located in 35226.
What percentage of students in 35226 go to private school?
19% of all K-12 students in 35226 are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
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