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Best Alabama Private Preschools Belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 33 private preschools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) serving 11,390 students in Alabama. You can also find more schools membership associations in Alabama.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Alabama include Bayside Academy, Saint James School, and Springwood School.
The average tuition cost is $8,404, which is lower than the Alabama private preschool average tuition cost of $10,919.
67% of private preschools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Alabama (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Mobile Christian School
Mobile Christian School Photo
(Church of Christ)
(6)
5900 Cottage Hill Road
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 661-1613
Gr: PK-12 | 676 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
Heritage Christian Academy
Heritage Christian Academy Photo - Heritage Christian Academy is conveniently located just off Exit 1 on 459 near the new UAB West hospital.
(Christian)
(7)
6200 Lou George Loop
Bessemer, AL 35022
(205) 978-6001
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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 | 781 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bayside Academy
(1)
303 Dryer Ave
Daphne, AL 36526
(251) 338-6300
Gr: PK-12 | 702 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition listed
118 55th Street N
Birmingham, AL 35212
(205) 769-0048
Gr: PK-12 | 629 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
The Donoho School
The Donoho School Photo - At every level, we strive to provide our students a safe, nurturing environment that cultivates a love of learning, challenges students to stretch themselves, and encourages initiative, integrity, and creativity.
2501 Henry Road
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 237-5477
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Emmanuel Christian School
(Christian)
(1)
178 Earline Rd
Dothan, AL 36305
(334) 792-0935
Gr: PK-12 | 389 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition 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
Faith Christian School
Faith Christian School Photo
(Presbyterian)
(2)
4100 Ronnaki Road
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 236-4499
Gr: PK-12 | 250 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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
Holy Spirit Catholic School
(Catholic)
(2)
601 James I. Harrison Jr. Pkwy E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
Gr: PK-12 | 435 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Jefferson Christian Academy
Jefferson Christian Academy Photo - 2014-2015 Eagles Cheerleaders
(Church of Christ)
(2)
1500 Heritage Place Drive
Birmingham, AL 35210
(205) 956-9111
Gr: PK-12 | 267 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
Lindsay Lane Christian Academy
Lindsay Lane Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(2)
705 W Sanderfer Rd; 1300 Lindsay Lane
Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-3778
Gr: NS-12 | 721 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Macon East Academy
Macon East Academy Photo - Come experience more at Macon East Academy! From K3 12th grade, we offer a safe learning environment from dedicated teachers in a family and faith driven atmosphere.
15396 Vaughn Rd
Cecil, AL 36013
(334) 277-6566
Gr: PK-12 | 271 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Marion Academy
(Christian)
(1)
1820 Prier Dr
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-8204
Gr: PK-12 | 53 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Northside Methodist Church & Academy
Northside Methodist Church & Academy Photo - Exciting learning environment
(Methodist)
(7)
2600 Redmond Road
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 794-7273
Gr: PK-12 | 632 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 12 Acceptance rate listed
743 Mt. Sinai Avenue
Mobile, AL 36612
(251) 380-7220
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
112 2nd Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-4563
Gr: PK-6 | 144 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Saint James School
Saint James School Photo - The Saint James Class of 2019 earned $4.4million 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
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
Saint Rose Academy
Saint Rose Academy Photo - Our beautiful campus!
(Catholic)
(14)
1401 22nd Street S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 933-0549
Gr: PK-8 | 241 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Springwood School
Springwood School Photo
1814 Cherry Drive
Lanett, AL 36863
(334) 829-4000
Gr: PK-12 | 309 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate 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
Tuscaloosa Christian School
(Baptist)
(1)
1601 Prudes Mill Road
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 553-4303
Gr: PK-12 | 371 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3616 Holmes Ave Nw
Huntsville, AL 35816
(256) 533-5248
Gr: PK-12 | 379 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cahawba Christian Academy
(Christian)
2415 Montevallo Road
Centreville, AL 35042
(205) 926-4676
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Avg. class size: 9 students
Coosa Valley Academy
(Christian)
(3)
163 Park Pl
Harpersville, AL 35078
(205) 672-7326
Gr: PK-12 | 224 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Edgewood Academy
5475 Elmore Rd
Elmore, AL 36025
(334) 567-5102
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
KLA Schools of Huntsville
KLA Schools of Huntsville Photo - A Reggio inspired and nature-based school serving children from infants to kindergarten.
Alternative School
1699 Old Dry Creek Rd
Huntsville, AL 35806
(256) 837-5266
Gr: NS-K | 101 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 Tuition & 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
Our Lady Of The Valley School
Our Lady Of The Valley School Photo - Our Lady of the Valley School is a Christ-centered learning community that fosters academic excellence, positive moral development, and community service. We encourage students to reach their full potential in a creative and nurturing environment that promotes Gospel values. School Our school will provide an environment in which God's children become self-directed, life-long learners.
(Catholic)
(2)
5510 Double Oak Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 991-5963
Gr: PK-8 | 242 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Premier School Of Research Park
Premier School Of Research Park Photo
Daycare / Preschool
5095 Premier Dr Nw
Huntsville, AL 35805
(256) 489-7529
Gr: NS | 172 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed

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