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

Best 35242 Alabama Private Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 5 private preschools serving 749 students in 35242, AL.
The top ranked private preschool in 35242, AL is Hilltop Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is lower than the Alabama private preschool average acceptance rate of 90%.
40% of private preschools in 35242, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked 35242 Alabama Private Preschools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
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
The Church At Brookhills Early
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
3145 Brook Highland Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 980-3053
Gr: PK-K | 156 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
Primrose School At Meadowbrook
Daycare / Preschool
4855 Meadow Brook Rd
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 991-3020
Gr: PK-K | 25 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 35242 Alabama

35242, Alabama Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1700 Corporate Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-8598
Gr: NS-PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in 35242, AL?
The top ranked private preschools in 35242, AL is Hilltop Montessori School.
How many private preschools are located in 35242?
5 private preschools are located in 35242.
How diverse are private preschools in 35242?
35242 private preschools are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in 35242?
40% of private preschools in 35242 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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