For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 1,501 students in 35242, AL.
The top ranked private high schools in 35242, AL include Westminster School At Oak Mountain and Essential Church School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Alabama private high school average acceptance rate of 87%.
67% of private high schools in 35242, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Presbyterian).
Top Ranked 35242 Alabama Private High Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Essential Church School
(Christian)
4000 Eagle Point Corporate Dr
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 201-0327
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 201-0327
Gr: K-12 | 861 students
Westminster School At Oak Mountain![Westminster School At Oak Mountain Photo - We are a K-12 Christ-centered, classical school in Birmingham, Alabama. 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
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
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 969-2880
Gr: 1-12 | 44 students
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
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-8598
Gr: NS-PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private high schools in 35242, AL?
The top ranked private high schools in 35242, AL include Westminster School At Oak Mountain and Essential Church School.
How many private high schools are located in 35242?
3 private high schools are located in 35242.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in 35242?
67% of private high schools in 35242 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Presbyterian).
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