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Alabama Private Schools By Tuition Cost

The average private school tuition in Alabama is $11,593 per year (2026).

The private elementary school average tuition cost is $10,686 per year and the private high school average is $11,698 per year.

The private school with the lowest tuition cost is Deeper Life Academy, with a tuition of $1,850.

Quick Facts (2026)

# AL Schools Ranked: 136
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,850–$4,400
AL School Avg.: $11,593
National School Avg.: $12,187

Quick Facts (2026)

# AL Schools Ranked: 136
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,850–$4,400
AL School Avg.: $11,593
National School Avg.: $12,187

Alabama Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	Alabama (AL) avg
2025	$11,519
2024	$8,308
2023	$8,328
2022	$7,530
2021	$7,324
2020	$7,396
2019	$7,311
2018	$7,315
2017	$7,245
2016	$6,500
2015	$6,867

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Tuition Cost Range: $1,850 $5,500 Avg. Tuition Cost: $4,125

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alabama average private schools tuition?

The Alabama average private schools tuition is $11,593 for 2026.

What are the private schools with the lowest tuition cost in Alabama?

The top ranked private schools in Alabama include Deeper Life Academy, Prichard Preparatory School and Atmore Christian School.

What is private high school and private elementary school with lowest tuition cost in Alabama?

The private high school with lowest tuition cost in Alabama is Deeper Life Academy, with a tuition of $1850. The private elementary school with lowest tuition cost is Deeper Life Academy, with a tuition of $1850.

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