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Alabama Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Private schools: For the 2026-27 school year, there are 20 private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 9,132 students in Alabama.
Tuition: The average tuition cost is $16,257, which is higher than the Alabama private school average tuition cost of $8,989.
Affiliations: 35% of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Baptist).
Top schools: The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama include Bayside Academy, Highlands School, and Randolph School.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 20

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 20

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

Indian Springs School Photo
Indian Springs School
Gr: 8-12 | 336 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 22
190 Woodward Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 988-3350
(1)
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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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The Altamont School Photo
The Altamont School
Gr: 5-12 | 376 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 19
4801 Altamont Road South
Birmingham, AL 35222
(205) 874-3501
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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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Mcgill-toolen Catholic High School Photo
Mcgill-toolen Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 856 students
Catholic
1501 Old Shell Rd
Mobile, AL 36604
(251) 445-2904
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Montgomery Academy Photo
Montgomery Academy
Gr: K-12
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 13
3240 Vaughn Rd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8210
(3)
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Randolph School Photo
Randolph School
Gr: K-12 | 958 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 20
1005 Drake Avenue SE
Huntsville, AL 35802
(256) 799-6100
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Saint James School Photo
Saint James School
Gr: PK-12 | 832 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 1
6010 Vaughn Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 273-2992
(2)
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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 Ums-wright Preparatory School
Ums-wright Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,242 students
65 Mobile St
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 470-9021
(1)
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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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Map of Spring Valley School
Spring Valley School
Gr: 1-12 | 124 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 2
2701 Sydney Drive
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 423-8660
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama include Bayside Academy, Highlands School, and Randolph School.
How many private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Alabama?
20 private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Alabama.
How much do private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) cost in Alabama?
The average tuition cost is $16,257, which is higher than the Alabama private school average tuition cost of $8,989.
How diverse are private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama?
Alabama private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 25%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are religiously affiliated in Alabama?
35% of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Baptist).
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Private Schools
9,132
Students
$16,257
Avg. Tuition
15%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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