Cathedral Academy

Cathedral Academy serves 76 students in grades Prekindergarten-11. The student:teacher of Cathedral Academy is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Episcopal.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-11
  • Enrollment: 76 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Cathedral Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
School History
School Resources

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Cathedral Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Truth and Honor
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
    • Jane Smith, Founder of XYZ Corporation -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cathedral Academy cost?
Cathedral Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Cathedral Academy often compared to?
Cathedral Academy is often viewed alongside schools like John T Morgan Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Cathedral Academy?
Cathedral Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Founder of XYZ Corporation.
What is Cathedral Academy's ranking?
Cathedral Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Most AP courses offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Cathedral Academy?
The application deadline for Cathedral Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-11
  • Enrollment: 76 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Alabama is $10,657 for elementary schools and $11,607 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Alabama is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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