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Best Alabama Private Preschools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) serving 1,173 students in Alabama. You can also find more schools membership associations in Alabama.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Alabama include Autauga Academy and Clarke Prep School.
100% of private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Alabama (2026-27)

Map of Autauga Academy
Autauga Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 263 students
497 Golson Rd
Prattville, AL 36067
(334) 365-4343
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Map of Clarke Prep School
Clarke Prep School
Gr: PK-12 | 406 students
20100 Highway 43
Grove Hill, AL 36451
(334) 830-7162
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Map of Cornerstone Christian School
Cornerstone Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 174 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 9
Baptist
24975 Highway 25
Columbiana, AL 35051
(205) 669-7777
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Map of First Assembly Christian School
First Assembly Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 224 students
Assembly of God
85621 Hwy. 9
Ashland, AL 36251
(256) 276-7059
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Map of Most Pure Heart Of Mary Catholic School
Most Pure Heart Of Mary Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 106 students
Catholic
310 Sengstak St
Mobile, AL 36603
(251) 432-5270
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Alabama?
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Alabama include Autauga Academy and Clarke Prep School.
How many private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in Alabama?
5 private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in Alabama.
How diverse are private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Alabama?
Alabama private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are approximately 16% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are religiously affiliated in Alabama?
100% of private preschools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Baptist).
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Private Schools
1,173
Students
$7,384
Avg. Tuition
16%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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