Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo - Main Academic building with gymnasium and additional classrooms behind.

Best Montgomery Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 21 private elementary schools serving 4,856 students in Montgomery, AL.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Montgomery, AL include Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, Saint James School, and Success Unlimited Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 94%, which is higher than the Alabama private elementary school average acceptance rate of 87%.
71% of private elementary schools in Montgomery, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Montgomery Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Alabama Christian Academy
Alabama Christian Academy Photo - At Alabama Christian Academy we are committed to creating a Christ-centered environment that encourages students to dream to the future and dare to make a difference. Along with advanced academics, ACA provides a comprehensive AHSAA athletics program, an award-winning fine arts department and other enrichment opportunities. Soar into excellence at ACA!
(Church of Christ)
(10)
4700 Wares Ferry Road
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 277-1985
Gr: PK-12 | 666 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Eastwood Christian School
Eastwood Christian School Photo
(Presbyterian)
(2)
1701 E. Trinity Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8195
Gr: PK-12 | 277 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Evangel Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
(2)
3975 Vaughn Rd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-3887
Gr: PK-12 | 394 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montgomery Academy
Montgomery Academy Photo
(3)
3240 Vaughn Rd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8210
Gr: K-12 Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School Photo
(Catholic)
(6)
5350 Vaughn Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 272-7220
Gr: PK-12 | 723 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition listed
3850 Atlanta Highway
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 272-3033
Gr: PK-6 | 223 students
Saint James School
Saint James School Photo - The Saint James Class of 2025 earned $9.2 million in scholarships to colleges and universities around the world.
(1)
6010 Vaughn Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 273-2992
Gr: PK-12 | 834 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Success Unlimited Academy
(Christian)
2328 Fairlane Dr
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 213-0803
Gr: PK-12 | 290 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
Trinity Presbyterian School
(Presbyterian)
1700 East Trinity Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 213-2100
Gr: PK-12 | 650 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
Bethany Christian Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1765 Highland Ave.
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 264-1078
Gr: K-8 | 39 students Tuition listed
Churchill Academy
Special Education School
(1)
1705 Taylor Road
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 625-8252
Gr: 1-12 Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition listed
2813 E S Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 676-2418
Gr: 3-12 | 14 students
Holt Street Christian Academy
(Christian)
1870 S Ct St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 261-4141
Gr: K-6 | 57 students
J. Walter Wood Academy
All-girls
851 Sprott Dr
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 676-5291
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students
Lighthouse Christian Academy
Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo - Main Academic building with gymnasium and additional classrooms behind.
(Baptist)
(1)
3570 Bell Rd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 271-4200
Gr: PK-8 | 131 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montgomery Christian School
(Christian)
1728 S Hull St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 386-1749
Gr: K-5 | 74 students Tuition listed
Resurrection Catholic School
(Catholic)
(6)
2815 Forbes Dr
Montgomery, AL 36110
(334) 230-1970
Gr: PK-8 | 115 students
4240 Lomac St
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 262-0043
Gr: K-12 | 97 students
2637 Eastern Boulevard
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 517-1717
Gr: K-12 | 100 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
Valiant Cross Academy
All-boys (Christian)
301 Dexter Ave
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 694-9200
Gr: 6-8 | 90 students Tuition listed
Wonderland Academy I
Special Program Emphasis
3118 Lower Wetumpka Rd
Montgomery, AL 36110
(334) 832-9815
Gr: PK-4 | 58 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Montgomery, Alabama

Montgomery, Alabama Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Brown's Private School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School (Baptist)
1130 Bellview St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 264-2971
Gr: 1-2 | 7 students
125 Calhoun Rd
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 356-7788
Gr: PK-12 | 104 students
Po Box 250504
Montgomery, AL 36125
(334) 288-7475
Gr: K-7 | 21 students
4050 Fairground Rd
Montgomery, AL 36110
(334) 356-4038
Gr: K-2 | 4 students
445 Cotton Gin Road
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 517-1158
Gr: PK-12 | 54 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Whitfield Kindergarten (Closed 2015)
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2673 Fisk Rd
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 281-2470
Gr: K | 6 students

Overview

This Town (Montgomery)
This State (AL)
# Schools
21 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
4,856 Students
69,501 Students
% Average Students of Color
39%
24%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
566 Teachers
6,355 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
56%
Average Class Size
17 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
12 courses
9 courses
Average SAT score
1330
(Out of 1600)
1291
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$9,834
$10,554
Average Summer Program Cost
$600
$1,312
Average % on Financial Aid
15%
31%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
$4,722
Average Acceptance Rate
94%
87%
Average Endowment Size
$275 million
$57.35 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.59
0.54
# American Indian Students
1 Student
133 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
132 Students
1,381 Students
% Asian Students
2%
2%
# Hispanic Students
144 Students
1,906 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
3%
# Black Students
1,201 Students
7,890 Students
% Black Students
23%
11%
# White Students
3,083 Students
45,686 Students
% White Students
59%
64%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
62 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
696 Students
13,861 Students
% of Others Students
13%
20%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
11 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
10 sports
8 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in Montgomery, AL?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Montgomery, AL include Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, Saint James School, and Success Unlimited Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in Montgomery?
21 private elementary schools are located in Montgomery.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Montgomery?
Montgomery private elementary schools are approximately 39% minority students, which is higher than the Alabama private school average of 24%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Montgomery?
71% of private elementary schools in Montgomery are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private elementary schools in Montgomery are often viewed compared to one another?

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