Hilltop Montessori School Photo - Hilltop Montessori was established in 1996 and has been accredited since 2004. The school is run by an administrative structure that has been in place since that time and is governed by a board of directors. The school is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation.

Best Alabama Montessori Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 montessori private elementary schools serving 898 students in Alabama.
The top-ranked montessori private elementary schools in Alabama include Hilltop Montessori School and St. Joseph Regional Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 86%, which is lower than the Alabama private elementary school average acceptance rate of 87%.
14% of montessori private elementary schools in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked Alabama Montessori Private Elementary Schools (2026)

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
St. Joseph Regional Catholic School
Montessori School (Catholic)
115 Plum St
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 766-1923
Gr: PK-8 | 148 students Sports: 5 Acceptance rate listed
Azalea City Montessori
Montessori School
1260 Dauphin St
Mobile, AL 36604
(251) 202-5295
Gr: PK-5 | 43 students
Creative Montessori School
Creative Montessori School Photo - Primary Classroom (Ages 3-6)
Montessori School
(5)
2800 Montessori Way
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 879-3278
Gr: NS-8 | 252 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
The Hillsboro School
Montessori School
73 Elvira Rd
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 864-7330
Gr: PK-9 | 27 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
The Montessori School Of Huntsville
The Montessori School Of Huntsville Photo - Toddlers of Hampton Cove campus
Montessori School
15975 Chaney Thompson Road SE
Huntsville, AL 35803
(256) 881-3790
Gr: PK-8 | 102 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked montessori private elementary schools in Alabama?
The top-ranked montessori private elementary schools in Alabama include Hilltop Montessori School and St. Joseph Regional Catholic School.
How many montessori private elementary schools are located in Alabama?
7 montessori private elementary schools are located in Alabama.
How diverse are montessori private elementary schools in Alabama?
Alabama montessori private elementary schools are approximately 26% minority students, which is higher than the Alabama private school average of 24%.
What percentage of montessori private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Alabama?
14% of montessori private elementary schools in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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