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Fairhope Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 575 students in Fairhope, AL.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Alabama private preschool average acceptance rate of 90%.
75% of private preschools in Fairhope, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Presbyterian and Episcopal).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Fairhope Private Preschools (2026-27)

Bayshore Christian School Photo
Bayshore Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 464 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 11
Presbyterian
316 Presbyterian Dr
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 929-0011
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Marietta Johnson School Of Organic Education Photo
Marietta Johnson School Of Organic Education
Gr: PK-2 | 11 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Extracurriculars: 5
Alternative School
8 Marietta Drive
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-9347
(1)
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Map of Eastern Shore Early Childhood
Eastern Shore Early Childhood
Gr: PK-1 | 100 students
Alternative School (Presbyterian)
1090 Fairhope Ave
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-3449
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Map of St. James Episcopal School
St. James Episcopal School
Gr: PK-3
Avg. class size: 10 students
Specialized Curriculum (Episcopal)
860 N Section St
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) 928-2912
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Fairhope, AL Private School Trends

4
Private Schools
575
Students
$7,350
Avg. Tuition
11
Avg. Class Size
5%
Students of Color
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Fairhope)
This State (AL)
# Schools
4 Schools
312 Schools
# Students
575 Students
66,540 Students
% Students of Color
5%
22%
0.38
0.58
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
3 Students
78 Students
% American Indian Students
<1%
<1%
# Asian Students
12 Students
1,084 Students
% Asian Students
2%
2%
# Hispanic Students
0 Students
1,467 Students
% Hispanic Students
0%
2%
# Black Students
5 Students
5,360 Students
% Black Students
1%
8%
# White Students
444 Students
37,964 Students
% White Students
76%
57%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
50 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
<1%
# Others Students
121 Students
20,951 Students
% of Others Students
21%
31%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
68 Teachers
5,231 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
51%
55%
Average Class Size
11 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
1 course
7 courses
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
24
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$7,350
$8,191
Average Summer Program Cost
$150
$0
Average % on Financial Aid
10%
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,200
$2,879
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
93%
90%
Average Number of Extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
13 sports
8 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Fairhope, AL?
The top ranked private preschools in Fairhope, AL include Bayshore Christian School and Marietta Johnson School Of Organic Education.
How many private preschools are located in Fairhope?
4 private preschools are located in Fairhope.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Fairhope?
75% of private preschools in Fairhope are religiously affiliated (most commonly Presbyterian and Episcopal).

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