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Best 35242 Alabama Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 private elementary schools serving 2,069 students in 35242, AL.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 35242, AL include Essential Church School, Hilltop Montessori School, and Westminster School At Oak Mountain.
The average acceptance rate is 91%, which is higher than the Alabama private elementary school average acceptance rate of 87%.
50% of private elementary schools in 35242, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked 35242 Alabama Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Essential Church School
(Christian)
4000 Eagle Point Corporate Dr
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 201-0327
Gr: K-12 | 861 students
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)
6 Abbott Square
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 437-9343
Gr: NS-8 | 182 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Westminster School At Oak Mountain
Westminster School At Oak Mountain Photo - We are a K-12 Christ-centered, classical school in Birmingham, Alabama.
Special Program Emphasis (Presbyterian)
5080 Cahaba Valley Trace
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-9694
Gr: K-12 | 596 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Allan Cott School
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Ln
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Gr: 1-12 | 44 students
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy
Montessori School
(6)
5509 Timber Hill Rd
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-8709
Gr: PK-8 | 144 students Acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of The Valley School
Our Lady Of The Valley School Photo - Our Lady of the Valley School is a Christ-centered learning community that fosters academic excellence, positive moral development, and community service. We encourage students to reach their full potential in a creative and nurturing environment that promotes Gospel values. School Our school will provide an environment in which God's children become self-directed, life-long learners.
(Catholic)
(2)
5510 Double Oak Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 991-5963
Gr: PK-8 | 242 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 35242 Alabama

35242, Alabama Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
KinderCare at Meadowbrook (Closed 2017)
Daycare / Preschool
1700 Corporate Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-8598
Gr: NS-PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 35242, AL?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 35242, AL include Essential Church School, Hilltop Montessori School, and Westminster School At Oak Mountain.
How many private elementary schools are located in 35242?
6 private elementary schools are located in 35242.
How diverse are private elementary schools in 35242?
35242 private elementary schools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 24%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 35242?
50% of private elementary schools in 35242 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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