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35603 Alabama Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 513 students in 35603, AL (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,603 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 35603, AL are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 35603, AL include St. Ann Catholic School and Decatur Heritage Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Alabama private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of private schools in 35603, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 35603 Alabama Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Decatur Heritage Christian Academy
Decatur Heritage Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 342 students
Christian
3802 Spring Avenue Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 351-4275
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Map of St. Ann Catholic School
St. Ann Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 109 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
3910a Spring Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
(125) 635-3654
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 35603, AL?
The top ranked private schools in 35603, AL include St. Ann Catholic School and Decatur Heritage Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in 35603?
3 private schools are located in 35603.
What percentage of students in 35603 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 35603 are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 35603?
100% of private schools in 35603 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

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