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Best Alabama Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 13 private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 5,242 students in Alabama. You can also find more schools membership associations in Alabama.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama include Saint James School, Highlands School, and Tuscaloosa Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 76%, which is lower than the Alabama private preschool average acceptance rate of 91%.
46% of private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 13

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 13

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama (2026-27)

Advent Episcopal School Photo
Advent Episcopal School
Gr: PK-8 | 217 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Episcopal
2019 6th Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 252-2535
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Map of Bayside Academy
Bayside Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 702 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 20
303 Dryer Ave
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 338-6300
(1)
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The Donoho School Photo
The Donoho School
Gr: PK-12
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 10
2501 Henry Road
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 237-5477
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Highlands School Photo
Highlands School
Gr: NS-8 | 348 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 16
4901 Old Leeds Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213
(205) 956-9731
(1)
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Hilltop Montessori School Photo
Hilltop Montessori School
Gr: NS-8 | 182 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 1
Montessori School
6 Abbott Square
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 437-9343
(2)
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Map of Houston Academy
Houston Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 692 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
901 Buena Vista Dr
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-4106
(2)
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Saint James School Photo
Saint James School
Gr: PK-12 | 834 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 1
6010 Vaughn Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 273-2992
(1)
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St. Luke's Episcopal School Photo
St. Luke's Episcopal School
Gr: PK-12 | 741 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 9
Episcopal
1400 University Blvd
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 666-2991
(4)
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Map of Trinity Presbyterian School
Trinity Presbyterian School
Gr: PK-12 | 650 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 17
Presbyterian
1700 East Trinity Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 213-2100
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Tuscaloosa Academy Photo
Tuscaloosa Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 446 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 12
420 Rice Valley Road N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-4462
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Map of Coosa Christian School
Coosa Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students
Baptist
2736 Wills Creek Rd
Gadsden, AL 35904
(256) 547-1841
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Map of Cornerstone Christian School
Cornerstone Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 62 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 1
Baptist
3211 Spring Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 340-9516
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Map of St. Pauls Lutheran School
St. Pauls Lutheran School
Gr: PK-6 | 115 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
510 3rd Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-6580
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama?
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama include Saint James School, Highlands School, and Tuscaloosa Academy.
How many private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Alabama?
13 private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Alabama.
How diverse are private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama?
Alabama private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are religiously affiliated in Alabama?
46% of private preschools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Baptist).
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Private Schools
5,242
Students
$14,578
Avg. Tuition
12%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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