American Christian Academy Photo - School Program

Best Tuscaloosa Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private preschools serving 2,623 students in Tuscaloosa, AL.
The top-ranked private preschools in Tuscaloosa, AL include Holy Spirit Catholic School, American Christian Academy, and Holy Spirit Continuation School.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is lower than the Alabama private preschool average acceptance rate of 89%.
57% of private preschools in Tuscaloosa, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked Tuscaloosa Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
American Christian Academy
American Christian Academy Photo - School Program
(Christian)
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 student Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Capitol School
The Capitol School Photo - High School Students volunteering in "Renew Our Rivers" cleanup.
(2)
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition 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
Holy Spirit Continuation School
(Catholic)
contactus@holyspirit-al.com
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-9630
Gr: PK-6 | 282 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Tuscaloosa Academy
Tuscaloosa Academy Photo - Tuscaloosa Academy
420 Rice Valley Road N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-4462
Gr: PK-12 | 446 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bear Creek Academy
(Christian)
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Capstone Learning Academy
Daycare / Preschool
1300 21st St. E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(659) 216-2990
Gr: NS-PK
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Tuscaloosa, Alabama Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Riverwood Classical School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School (Presbyterian)
501 Rice Valley Rd N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-5502
Gr: K-11 | 54 students

Overview

This Town (Tuscaloosa)
This State (AL)
# Schools
7 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
2,623 Students
66,209 Students
% Average Students of Color
20%
22%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
219 Teachers
5,197 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
44%
53%
Average Class Size
17 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
9 courses
7 courses
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,667
$10,938
Average % on Financial Aid
10%
26%
Average Acceptance Rate
88%
89%
Average Endowment Size
$1 million
$80.82 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.53
0.58
# American Indian Students
1 Student
78 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
116 Students
1,081 Students
% Asian Students
4%
2%
# Hispanic Students
110 Students
1,458 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
2%
# Black Students
197 Students
5,343 Students
% Black Students
8%
8%
# White Students
1,726 Students
37,851 Students
% White Students
66%
57%
# Hawaiian Students
3 Students
50 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
470 Students
20,776 Students
% of Others Students
18%
31%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
4 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
10 sports
8 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The top-ranked private preschools in Tuscaloosa, AL include Holy Spirit Catholic School, American Christian Academy, and Holy Spirit Continuation School.
How many private preschools are located in Tuscaloosa?
7 private preschools are located in Tuscaloosa.
How diverse are private preschools in Tuscaloosa?
Tuscaloosa private preschools are approximately 20% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Tuscaloosa?
57% of private preschools in Tuscaloosa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private preschools in Tuscaloosa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private preschools in Tuscaloosa include: Tuscaloosa Academy vs. American Christian Academy

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