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35242 Alabama Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private elementary schools serving 2,051 students in 35242, AL.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 35242, AL include Essential Church School, Westminster School At Oak Mountain, and Hilltop Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 91%, which is higher than the Alabama private elementary school average acceptance rate of 89%.
50% of private elementary schools in 35242, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Presbyterian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 2,051
  • Average Tuition: $8,833
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 13%
  • Acceptance Rate: 91%
  • Average Class Size: 19 students
  • % Students of Color: 14%
  • View 35242 Alabama School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 2,051
  • Average Tuition: $8,833
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 13%
  • Acceptance Rate: 91%
  • Average Class Size: 19 students
  • % Students of Color: 14%
  • View 35242 Alabama School Trends

Top Ranked 35242 Alabama Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Map of Essential Church School
Essential Church School
Gr: K-12 | 861 students
Christian
4000 Eagle Point Corporate Dr
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 201-0327
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Hilltop Montessori School Photo
Hilltop Montessori School
Gr: NS-8 | 182 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 1
Montessori School
6 Abbott Square
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 437-9343
(2)
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Our Lady Of The Valley School Photo
Our Lady Of The Valley School
Gr: PK-8 | 224 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
5510 Double Oak Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 991-5963
(2)
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Westminster School At Oak Mountain Photo
Westminster School At Oak Mountain
Gr: K-12 | 596 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 15
Specialized Curriculum (Presbyterian)
5080 Cahaba Valley Trace
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-9694
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Map of Allan Cott School
Allan Cott School
Gr: 1-12 | 44 students
Special Education School
150 Glenwood Ln
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
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Map of Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 144 students
Montessori School
5509 Timber Hill Rd
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-8709
(6)
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35242, Alabama Private Elementary Schools (Closed)

KinderCare at Meadowbrook Photo
KinderCare at Meadowbrook
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1700 Corporate Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-8598
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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, Westminster School At Oak Mountain, and Hilltop Montessori School.
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 Presbyterian).

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