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Best Alabama Blue Ribbon Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 23 blue ribbon private elementary schools serving 11,450 students in Alabama.
The top ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Alabama include Springwood School, St. Paul's Episcopal School, and Advent Episcopal School.
The average tuition cost is $9,683, which is lower than the Alabama private elementary school average tuition cost of $10,686.
57% of blue ribbon private elementary schools in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 23
  • # Students Served: 11,450

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 23
  • # Students Served: 11,450

Top Ranked Alabama Blue Ribbon Private Elementary Schools (2026)

Madison Academy Photo
Madison Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 881 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 25
Blue Ribbon year: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
Christian
325 Slaughter Rd
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 469-6410
(2)
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Advent Episcopal School Photo
Advent Episcopal School
Gr: PK-8 | 217 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Episcopal
2019 6th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 252-2535
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Cottage Hill Christian Academy Photo
Cottage Hill Christian Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 726 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 18
Baptist
4255 Cottage Hill Road
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 660-2427
(15)
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The Donoho School Photo
The Donoho School
Gr: PK-12
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 10
Blue Ribbon year: 2005
2501 Henry Road
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 237-5477
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Faith Academy Photo
Faith Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 2,000 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 13
Christian
8650 Tanner Williams Rd
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 633-7267
(1)
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Map of Glenwood School
Glenwood School
Gr: PK-12 | 738 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 9
5801 Summerville Rd
Smiths Station, AL 36877
(334) 297-3614
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Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School Photo
Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 405 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 4
Blue Ribbon year: 2013
Catholic
619 Airport Rd Sw
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 881-4852
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Map of Hooper Academy
Hooper Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 302 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 7
Blue Ribbon year: 2014, 2015, 2016
380 Fischer Rd
Hope Hull, AL 36043
(334) 288-5980
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Macon East Academy Photo
Macon East Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 271 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 7
15396 Vaughn Rd
Cecil, AL 36013
(334) 277-6566
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Northside Methodist Church & Academy Photo
Northside Methodist Church & Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 632 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 12
Methodist
2600 Redmond Road
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-7273
(7)
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Map of Pike Liberal Arts School
Pike Liberal Arts School
Gr: PK-12 | 474 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 8
Highway 231 S
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 566-2023
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Prattville Christian Academy Photo
Prattville Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 704 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 16
Blue Ribbon year: 2019
Christian
322 Old Farm Lane N.
Prattville, AL 36066
(334) 285-0077
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Prince Of Peace Catholic School Photo
Prince Of Peace Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 528 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 6
Blue Ribbon year: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Catholic
4650 Preserve Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 824-7886
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Map of St. Paul's Episcopal School
St. Paul's Episcopal School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,227 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 21
Episcopal
161 Dogwood Ln
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 342-6700
(1)
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Springwood School Photo
Springwood School
Gr: PK-12 | 309 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 12
Blue Ribbon year: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
1814 Cherry Drive
Lanett, AL 36863
(334) 829-4000
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Tuscaloosa Academy Photo
Tuscaloosa Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 446 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 12
Blue Ribbon year: 2019
420 Rice Valley Road N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-4462
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Map of Abbeville Christian Academy
Abbeville Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 220 students
Blue Ribbon year: 2002, 2004
Christian
258 Ml Tillis Dr
Abbeville, AL 36310
(334) 585-5100
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Map of Coosa Valley Academy
Coosa Valley Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 224 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Blue Ribbon year: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Christian
163 Park Pl
Harpersville, AL 35078
(205) 672-7326
(3)
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Map of Edgewood Academy
Edgewood Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 1
Blue Ribbon year: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
5475 Elmore Rd
Elmore, AL 36025
(334) 567-5102
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Map of Escambia Academy
Escambia Academy
Gr: K-12 | 224 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Blue Ribbon year: 2012, 2013, 2014
Baptist
268 Cowpen Creek Rd
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-2080
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Alabama?
The top ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Alabama include Springwood School, St. Paul's Episcopal School, and Advent Episcopal School.
How many blue ribbon private elementary schools are located in Alabama?
23 blue ribbon private elementary schools are located in Alabama.
How much do blue ribbon private elementary schools cost in Alabama?
The average tuition cost is $9,683, which is lower than the Alabama private school average tuition cost of $10,686.
How diverse are blue ribbon private elementary schools in Alabama?
Alabama blue ribbon private elementary schools are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 24%.
What percentage of blue ribbon private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Alabama?
57% of blue ribbon private elementary schools in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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