Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Holy Spirit Continuation School
About the School
- Holy Spirit Continuation School serves 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, is a member of the Other school association(s).
- The student:teacher of Holy Spirit Continuation School is 24:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Holy Spirit Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1905
Student Body
Total Students
282 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 25%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- David Foley, Bishop of the Diocese of Birmingham -
- Fr. Thomas A. Lenahan, notable Catholic educator -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Holy Spirit Continuation School cost?
Holy Spirit Continuation School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Holy Spirit Continuation School?
Holy Spirit Continuation School famous alumni include: David Foley, Bishop of the Diocese of Birmingham and Fr. Thomas A. Lenahan, notable Catholic educator.
What is Holy Spirit Continuation School's ranking?
Holy Spirit Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Spirit Continuation School?
The application deadline for Holy Spirit Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Holy Spirit Continuation School yearly calendar below.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Holy Spirit Continuation School is Bear Creek Academy (1.8 miles away)
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Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Christian
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1300 21st St. E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(659) 216-2990
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 435 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
601 James I. Harrison Jr. Pkwy E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: K-12 | 212 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Christian
1785 Mcfarland Blvd N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 349-4881
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Christian
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 435 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
601 James I. Harrison Jr. Pkwy E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: K-12 | 212 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Christian
1785 Mcfarland Blvd N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 349-4881
Distance: 4.1 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 6
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Christian
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 435 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
601 James I. Harrison Jr. Pkwy E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: K-12 | 212 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Christian
1785 Mcfarland Blvd N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 349-4881
Distance: 4.1 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 6
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students
Christian
6401 Hwy 69 S
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 737-7282
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1300 21st St. E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(659) 216-2990
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 435 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
601 James I. Harrison Jr. Pkwy E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
Distance: 4.1 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 6
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Buhl Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11968 Buhl School Rd
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2640
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2640
8588.7 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 206 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Sipsey Valley High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15815 Romulus Rd
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2850
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2850
8589.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 524 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Sipsey Valley Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15817 Romulus Rd
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2870
Buhl, AL 35446
(205) 342-2870
8589.1 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 575 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Myrtlewood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14701 Gainsville Rd
Fosters, AL 35463
(205) 342-2658
Fosters, AL 35463
(205) 342-2658
8590.7 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 280 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11629 Westwood School Rd
Coker, AL 35452
(205) 342-2666
Coker, AL 35452
(205) 342-2666
8590.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 299 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
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