Clarke Prep School

20100 Highway 43 Grove Hill, AL 36451
www.cpsgators.com

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 406 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 406 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Clarke Prep School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Grade 11 has 42 students the largest grade is well above most others, which range from 16 to 32.
Year Founded
1970
Campus Size
20 acres

Student Body

Total Students
406 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • Clarke Prep School in Grove Hill, AL serves students from preschool through 12th grade, with a total enrollment of 406 in a rural setting.
  • Founded in 1970, the coeducational school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 supported by 34 teachers.
  • The student body primarily consists of 345 White (Not Hispanic) students, along with small representations of Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, and Black (Not Hispanic) students.
  • Annual tuition at Clarke Prep School is $45,000, reflecting the school's private elementary and secondary education offerings.
  • Among Alabama private schools, Clarke Prep ranks in the top 20% for largest student body size.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Clarke Prep School often compared to?
Clarke Prep School is often viewed alongside schools like The Jackson Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Clarke Prep School's ranking?
Clarke Prep School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Clarke Prep School?
The application deadline for Clarke Prep School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
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November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)

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The average private school tuition in Alabama is $7,878 for elementary schools and $8,500 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Alabama is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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