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Average Private School SAT Scores in Alabama

Name: Alabama Average SAT Score Trends (All Private Schools)
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The averageprivate school SAT score in Alabama is 1281 (2026-27).

The private school in Alabama with the highest SAT score is Indian Springs School, with an SAT score of 1400.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# AL Schools Ranked: 11
Top 20 Range (Avg SAT): 1100–1400
AL School Avg.: 1281
National School Avg.: 1240

Quick Facts (26-27)

# AL Schools Ranked: 11
Top 20 Range (Avg SAT): 1100–1400
AL School Avg.: 1281
National School Avg.: 1240

Alabama Average SAT Score (Trends)

Total Growth: +1.7% (+22 since 2017)

View Data

Year	National avg	Alabama (AL) avg	YoY Change (#)	YoY Change (%)
2025	1233	1284	▲ +9	▲ +0.7%
2024	1230	1275	▲ +4	▲ +0.3%
2023	1228	1271	▲ +22	▲ +1.8%
2019	1226	1249	▼ -12	▼ -1.0%
2018	1226	1261	▼ -1	▼ -0.1%
2017	1233	1262	—	—

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Sat Score Range: 1100 1400 Avg. Sat Score: 1281

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alabama average private schools SAT score?

The Alabama average private schools SAT score is 1281 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the highest SAT score in Alabama?

The top ranked private schools in Alabama include Indian Springs School, Westminster School At Oak Mountain and The Altamont School.

What is private high school and private elementary school with the highest SAT score in Alabama?

The private high school with the highest SAT score in Alabama is Indian Springs School, with a value of 1400. The private elementary school with the highest SAT score is Indian Springs School, with a value of 1400.

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