35055 Alabama Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 730 students in 35055, AL (there are 8 public schools, serving 3,461 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in 35055, AL are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 35055, AL include Cullman Christian School, Sacred Heart Elementary School, and St. Bernard Preparatory School.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the Alabama private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of private schools in 35055, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 35055 Alabama Private Schools (2026-27)

Cullman Christian School Photo
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
Map of Sacred Heart Elementary School
Gr: PK-6 | 144 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
112 2nd Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4563
St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo
Gr: 7-12 | 144 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
1600 Saint Bernard Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 739-6682
Map of St. Pauls Lutheran School
Gr: PK-6 | 115 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
510 3rd Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-6580

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 35055, AL?
The top ranked private schools in 35055, AL include Cullman Christian School, Sacred Heart Elementary School, and St. Bernard Preparatory School.
How many private schools are located in 35055?
4 private schools are located in 35055.
What percentage of students in 35055 go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in 35055 are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 35055?
100% of private schools in 35055 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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