Top 5 Best Montgomery Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 33 private schools serving 6,155 students in Montgomery, AL (there are 54 public schools, serving 28,019 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in Montgomery, AL are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in Montgomery, AL include Montgomery Academy, Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School and Saint James School.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Alabama private school average acceptance rate of 90%.
64% of private schools in Montgomery, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Top Ranked Montgomery Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Alabama Christian Academy
Alabama Christian Academy Photo - At Alabama Christian Academy we are committed to creating a Christ-centered environment that encourages students to dream to the future and dare to make a difference. Along with advanced academics, ACA provides a comprehensive AHSAA athletics program, an award-winning fine arts department and other enrichment opportunities. Soar into excellence at ACA!
(Christian)
(10)
4700 Wares Ferry Road
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 277-1985
Grades: PK-12
| 781 students
Evangel Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
(2)
3975 Vaughn Rd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-3882
Grades: PK-12
| 359 students
Montgomery Academy
Daycare / Preschool
(3)
3240 Vaughn Rd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8210
Grades: K
| 45 students
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School Photo
(Catholic)
(6)
5350 Vaughn Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 272-7220
Grades: PK-12
| 801 students
St. Bede Elementary School
(Catholic)
3850 Atlanta Highway
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 272-3033
Grades: K-6
| 351 students
Saint James School
Saint James School Photo - The Saint James Class of 2019 earned $4.4million in scholarships to colleges and universities around the world.
(1)
6010 Vaughn Road
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 273-2992
Grades: PK-12
| 834 students
Success Unlimited Academy
(Christian)
2328 Fairlane Dr
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 213-0803
Grades: PK-12
| 290 students
Trinity Presbyterian School
(Christian)
1700 East Trinity Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 213-2100
Grades: PK-12
| 727 students
Bethany Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
714 Cedar Street
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 265-5521
Grades: NS-PK
| 77 students
Bethany Christian Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1765 Highland Ave.
Montgomery, AL 36107
(334) 264-1078
Grades: K-8
| 60 students
Churchill Academy
Special Education School
(1)
395 Ray Thorington Rd
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 270-4225
Grades: K-12
| 98 students
125 Calhoun Rd
Montgomery, AL 36109
(334) 356-7788
Grades: PK-12
| 104 students
Eastwood Christian School
Eastwood Christian School Photo
(Presbyterian)
(2)
1701 E. Trinity Blvd.
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 272-8195
Grades: PK-12
| 249 students
First School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2416 W Cloverdale Park
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 834-8990
Grades: PK-K
| 43 students
2813 E S Blvd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 676-2418
Grades: 3-12
| 14 students
GracePointe Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Church of Christ)
1565 Ray Thorington Rd
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 271-2525
Grades: NS-PK
| 80 students
Halcyon Park KinderCare
Halcyon Park KinderCare Photo - Welcome to the Halcyon Park KinderCare!
Daycare / Preschool
6955 Halcyon Park Dr.
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 270-5955
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Heritage Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1849 Perry Hill Rd
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 279-0643
Grades: PK-K
| 126 students
Hill & Lowe Educational Exploratorium Academy
Alternative School
9013 Wares Ferry Rd
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 279-9700
Grades: 10-12
| 22 students
Holt Street Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1870 S Ct St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 263-0522
Grades: K-4
| 56 students
Keystone Learning
Daycare / Preschool
230 Coosa St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 834-2484
Grades: PK-K
| 111 students
Lighthouse Christian Academy
Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo - Main Academic building with gymnasium and additional classrooms behind.
(Baptist)
(1)
3570 Bell Rd
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 271-4200
Grades: NS-8
| 214 students
Little Flock Ministries
(Christian)
Po Box 250504
Montgomery, AL 36125
(334) 288-7475
Grades: K-7
| 21 students
Montessori Academy
Montessori School
1025 South Hull Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 262-8685
Grades: PK-K
| 123 students
Montessori School At Hampstead
Montessori School
5251 Hampstead High St Unit 111
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 561-2983
Grades: PK-K
| 64 students
Montgomery Christian School
(Christian)
1728 S Hull St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 386-1749
Grades: K-5
| 78 students
New Generation Pre-school
Daycare / Preschool
3461 Old Selma Road
Montgomery, AL 36108
(334) 263-9660
Grades: PK-K
| 64 students
Resurrection Catholic School
(Catholic)
(6)
2815 Forbes Dr
Montgomery, AL 36110
(334) 230-1973
Grades: PK-6
| 90 students
2637 Eastern Boulevard
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 517-1717
Grades: K-12
| 100 students
Valiant Cross Academy
All-boys (Christian)
301 Dexter Ave
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 694-9200
Grades: 6-8
| 90 students
Whitfield Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2673 Fisk Rd
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 281-2470
Grades: K
| 6 students
Wonderland Academy I
Special Program Emphasis
3118 Lower Wetumpka Rd
Montgomery, AL 36110
(334) 832-9815
Grades: PK-4
| 58 students
Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool
1100 Tuscaloosa St
Montgomery, AL 36101
(334) 229-4471
Grades: PK-K
| 19 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Montgomery, Alabama

Montgomery, Alabama Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Brown's Private School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School (Baptist)
1130 Bellview St
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 264-2971
Grades: 1-2
| 7 students
4050 Fairground Rd
Montgomery, AL 36110
(334) 356-4038
Grades: K-2
| 4 students
445 Cotton Gin Road
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 517-1158
Grades: PK-12
| 54 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Montgomery, AL?
The top ranked private schools in Montgomery, AL include Montgomery Academy, Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School and Saint James School.
How many private schools are located in Montgomery, AL?
33 private schools are located in Montgomery, AL.
How diverse are private schools in Montgomery, AL?
Montgomery, AL private schools are approximately 38% minority students, which is higher than the Alabama private school average of 24%.
What percentage of students in Montgomery, AL go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in Montgomery, AL are educated in private schools (compared to the AL state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Montgomery, AL?
64% of private schools in Montgomery, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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