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Alabama Private Schools Belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 35 private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) serving 13,368 students in Alabama. You can also find more schools membership associations in Alabama.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in Alabama include Madison Academy, Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, and The American Academy For Young Professionals.
The average tuition cost is $8,503, which is lower than the Alabama private school average tuition cost of $8,989.
71% of private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 35

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 35

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in Alabama (2026-27)

Madison Academy Photo
Madison Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 884 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 25
Christian
325 Slaughter Rd
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 469-6410
(2)
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Heritage Christian Academy Photo
Heritage Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 224 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 13
Christian
6200 Lou George Loop
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 978-6001
(7)
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The American Academy For Young Professionals Photo
The American Academy For Young Professionals
Gr: 6-12 | 8 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 3
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
7501 Division Avenue - East Campus
Birmingham, AL 35206
(205) 836-5758
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Bessemer Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 436 students
1705 4th Ave Sw
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 428-6288
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Chilton Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 214 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 2
Baptist
23240 Us Highway 31
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 688-4454
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Christ The King Catholic School Photo
Christ The King Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 500 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
1503 Main St
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 626-1692
(1)
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Cornerstone Schools Of Alabama
Gr: PK-12 | 629 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
118 55th Street N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
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Cottage Hill Christian Academy Photo
Cottage Hill Christian Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 726 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 18
Baptist
4255 Cottage Hill Road
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 660-2427
(15)
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Cullman Christian School Photo
Cullman Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 327 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 12
Christian
1803 Beech Ave, SE
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-0734
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Emmanuel Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 389 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
178 Earline Rd
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 792-0935
(1)
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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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Huntsville College Preparatory School Photo
Huntsville College Preparatory School
Gr: K-12 | 56 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 9
654 Discovery Drive NW
Huntsville, AL 35606
(256) 513-8700
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Lindsay Lane Christian Academy Photo
Lindsay Lane Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 759 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 12
Christian
705 W Sanderfer Rd.
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-3778
(2)
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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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Mars Hill Bible School Photo
Mars Hill Bible School
Gr: PK-12 | 752 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 17
Church of Christ
698 Cox Creek Pkwy
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 767-1203
(2)
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Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School Photo
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 695 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 30
Catholic
5350 Vaughn Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 272-7220
(6)
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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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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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Prichard Preparatory School Photo
Prichard Preparatory School
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
743 Mt. Sinai Avenue
Mobile, AL 36612
(251) 380-7220
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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
Catholic
4650 Preserve Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 824-7886
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Restoration Academy Photo
Restoration Academy
Gr: K-12 | 405 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 7
Christian
4600 Carnegie Ave
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 785-8805
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St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo
St. Bernard Preparatory School
Gr: 7-12 | 144 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
1600 Saint Bernard Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 739-6682
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Springwood School Photo
Springwood School
Gr: PK-12 | 309 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 12
1814 Cherry Drive
Lanett, AL 36863
(334) 829-4000
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Tuscaloosa Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 371 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Baptist
1601 Prudes Mill Road
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 553-4303
(1)
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Bright Academy Photo
Bright Academy
Gr: 1-8 | 38 students
Specialized Curriculum
3590 Pleasant Valley Rd
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 525-9105
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Map of Coosa Valley Academy
Coosa Valley Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 224 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Christian
163 Park Pl
Harpersville, AL 35078
(205) 672-7326
(3)
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Covenant Christian School Photo
Covenant Christian School
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
7150 Hitt Road
Mobile, AL 36695
(251) 633-8055
(3)
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Greengate School Photo
Greengate School
Gr: 1-8 | 61 students
Avg. class size: 3 students
Special Education School
2800 Poplar Avenue, Unit B
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 799-6192
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Islamic Academy Of Huntsville
Gr: PK-5 | 56 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Islamic
1645 Sparkman Dr Nw
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 722-9838
(1)
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Map of N. E. Miles Jewish Day School
N. E. Miles Jewish Day School
Gr: K-8 | 85 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Jewish
4000 Montclair Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 879-1068
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Premier Preschool
Gr: NS | 121 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Daycare / Preschool
1827 Slaughter Rd
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 864-8450
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Riverhill School Photo
Riverhill School
Gr: PK-6 | 185 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 10
2710 Darby Drive
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 764-8200
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Map of Shoals Christian School
Shoals Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 216 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 14
Christian
301 Heathrow Dr
Florence, AL 35633
(256) 767-7070
(1)
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Map of Spring Valley School
Spring Valley School
Gr: 1-12 | 124 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 2
2701 Sydney Drive
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 423-8660
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Talent Education & Art Christian Academy (tea) Photo
Talent Education & Art Christian Academy (tea)
Gr: K-12 | 100 students
Sports: 9
Christian
2637 Eastern Boulevard
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 517-1717
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in Alabama?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in Alabama include Madison Academy, Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, and The American Academy For Young Professionals.
How many private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) are located in Alabama?
35 private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) are located in Alabama.
How much do private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) cost in Alabama?
The average tuition cost is $8,503, which is lower than the Alabama private school average tuition cost of $8,989.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in Alabama?
Alabama private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) are approximately 23% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 25%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) are religiously affiliated in Alabama?
71% of private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
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Private Schools
13,368
Students
$8,503
Avg. Tuition
23%
Students of Color
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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