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Best Alabama Private Elementary Schools Belonging to State or regional independent school association (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 23 private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association serving 6,723 students in Alabama. You can also find more schools membership associations in Alabama.
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association in Alabama include St. Bernard Preparatory School, Cullman Christian School, and The Altamont School.
The average tuition cost is $12,809, which is higher than the Alabama private elementary school average tuition cost of $10,686.
61% of private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 23

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 23

Top Ranked Private Elementary Schools Belonging to State or regional independent school association 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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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 Autauga Academy
Autauga Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 263 students
497 Golson Rd
Prattville, AL 36067
(334) 365-4343
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Map of Chambers Academy
Chambers Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 305 students
15048 Us Highway 431
Lafayette, AL 36862
(334) 864-9852
(3)
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Map of Cottage Hill Christian Academy, Lower
Cottage Hill Christian Academy, Lower
Gr: PK-12 | 622 students
Baptist
7355 Creekwood Dr
Mobile, AL 36695
(251) 634-2513
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Cullman Christian School Photo
Cullman Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 327 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 12
Christian
1803 Beech Ave, SE
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 734-0734
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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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Map of John T Morgan Academy
John T Morgan Academy
Gr: K-12 | 349 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 10
2901 West Dallas Ave
Selma, AL 36701
(334) 875-4464
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Macon East Academy Photo
Macon East Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 271 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 7
15396 Vaughn Rd
Cecil, AL 36013
(334) 277-6566
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Map of Monroe Academy
Monroe Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 409 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
4096 S Alabama Ave
Monroeville, AL 36460
(251) 743-3932
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Map of Patrician Academy
Patrician Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 319 students
901 S Mulberry Ave
Butler, AL 36904
(205) 459-3605
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St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo
St. Bernard Preparatory School
Gr: 7-12 | 144 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
1600 Saint Bernard Ave Se
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 739-6682
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Map of Sumiton Christian School
Sumiton Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 371 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 9
Church of God
155 Hosanna Dr
Sumiton, AL 35148
(205) 648-6643
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Map of Westminster Christian Academy
Westminster Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 748 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 12
Presbyterian
237 Johns Rd Nw
Huntsville, AL 35806
(256) 705-8000
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Map of Bethany Christian Academy
Bethany Christian Academy
Gr: K-8 | 39 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1765 Highland Ave.
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 264-1078
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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 Dixie Academy
Dixie Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Christian
Po Box 67
Louisville, AL 36048
(334) 266-5311
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Map of Iqra Math And Science Academy
Iqra Math And Science Academy
Gr: K-12 | 70 students
Islamic
1821 Mccall Dr
Anniston, AL 36207
(256) 283-0568
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Map of Life Christian Academy
Life Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 178 students
Alternative School (Baptist)
7640 Wall Triana
Harvest, AL 35749
(256) 864-0949
(1)
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Map of North Mobile Christian School
North Mobile Christian School
Gr: K-8 | 210 students
Baptist
1255 Industrial Pkwy
Saraland, AL 36571
(251) 679-3279
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association in Alabama?
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association in Alabama include St. Bernard Preparatory School, Cullman Christian School, and The Altamont School.
How many private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association are located in Alabama?
23 private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association are located in Alabama.
How much do private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association cost in Alabama?
The average tuition cost is $12,809, which is higher than the Alabama private school average tuition cost of $10,686.
How diverse are private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association in Alabama?
Alabama private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association are approximately 17% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 24%.
What percentage of private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association are religiously affiliated in Alabama?
61% of private elementary schools belonging to State or regional independent school association in Alabama are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).
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Private Schools
6,723
Students
$12,809
Avg. Tuition
17%
Students of Color
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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