Randolph School promotes high academic standards and challenges all students to develop the knowledge, skills, and character to become self-confident, reflective, and productive adults.
Randolph School believes that students achieve their full potential when the school challenges and supports each child's interests and aptitudes; in a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum, students master essential skills and information, develop intellectual curiosity and creativity, and acquire the ability and desire to continue learning throughout their lives; students should have the opportunity to mature as well-rounded individuals through participation and competition in a broad range of extracurricular activities; clear and consistent expectations for behavior create an environment in which young people develop integrity, compassion, and respect for others; and students and faculty from diverse backgrounds create a stimulating intellectual environment and foster respect and appreciation for differences.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 958 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Randolph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
958 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
62%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1310
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Randolph strives to honor the investment and sacrifice of all families by keeping tuition and fees as low as possible. Tailored Tuition reflects a desire to make a Randolph education accessible and affordable for more students.
Roughly 25% of our students pay reduced tuition.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$9,600
Admissions Director
Glynn Below
Endowment Size
$25 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
20 sports
School Notes
- Randolph School promotes high academic standards and challenges all students to develop the knowledge, skills, and character to become self-confident, reflective, and productive adults.
- Randolph School believes that students achieve their full potential when the school challenges and supports each child's interests and aptitudes; in a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum, students master essential skills and information, develop intellectual curiosity and creativity, and acquire the ability and desire to continue learning throughout their lives; students should have the opportunity to mature as well-rounded individuals through participation and competition in a broad range of extracurricular activities; clear and consistent expectations for behavior create an environment in which young people develop integrity, compassion, and respect for others; and students and faculty from diverse backgrounds create a stimulating intellectual environment and foster respect and appreciation for differences.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Randolph School offer?
Randolph School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Randolph School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for most sports offered.
What is Randolph School's ranking?
Randolph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Randolph School?
The application deadline for Randolph School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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