Hilltop Montessori School Photo - Students at Hilltop Montessori School successfully transition to college preparatory programs in the Birmingham area and beyond, including Indian Springs School, The Alabama School of Fine Arts, The Altamont School, St. James Boarding School and other programs. Graduates attended prestigious colleges including Tulane University, New York University, The University of Alabama Honors College, UAB Honors Program, University of North Carolina

Top 3 Best Shelby County Private Preschools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 private preschools serving 1,916 students in Shelby County, AL.
The top ranked private preschools in Shelby County, AL include Evangel Classical Christian School, Gospel Light Baptist Academy, and Hilltop Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Alabama private preschool average acceptance rate of 91%.
57% of private preschools in Shelby County, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Presbyterian).

Top Ranked Shelby County Private Preschools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Evangel Classical Christian School
Evangel Classical Christian School Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Presbyterian)
423 Thompson Rd
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 216-0149
Grades: PK-12
| 277 students
Gospel Light Baptist Academy
Gospel Light Baptist Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(1)
5781 Roy Dr
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 685-8450
Grades: NS-12
| 73 students
Hilltop Montessori School
Hilltop Montessori School Photo - Students at Hilltop Montessori School successfully transition to college preparatory programs in the Birmingham area and beyond, including Indian Springs School, The Alabama School of Fine Arts, The Altamont School, St. James Boarding School and other programs. Graduates attended prestigious colleges including Tulane University, New York University, The University of Alabama Honors College, UAB Honors Program, University of North Carolina
Montessori School
(2)
6 Abbott Square
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 437-9343
Grades: NS-8
| 182 students
Chase Learning Center And Daycare Inc.
Daycare / Preschool
330 Canyon Park Dr
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 620-1616
Grades: PK-K
| 56 students
The Church At Brookhills Early
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
3145 Brook Highland Parkway
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 980-3053
Grades: PK-K
| 156 students
Coosa Valley Academy
(Christian)
(3)
163 Park Pl
Harpersville, AL 35078
(205) 672-7326
Grades: PK-12
| 224 students
Cornerstone Christian School
(Baptist)
24975 Highway 25
Columbiana, AL 35051
(205) 669-7777
Grades: PK-12
| 174 students
First Baptist Church Of Alabaster
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
903 3rd Ave Nw
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 663-5942
Grades: PK-K
| 122 students
The Hillsboro School
Montessori School
73 Elvira Rd
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 864-7330
Grades: PK-9
| 27 students
Joseph S Bruno Montessori Academy
Montessori School
(6)
5509 Timber Hill Rd
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 995-8709
Grades: PK-8
| 144 students
Our Lady Of The Valley School
Our Lady Of The Valley School Photo - Our Lady of the Valley School is a Christ-centered learning community that fosters academic excellence, positive moral development, and community service. We encourage students to reach their full potential in a creative and nurturing environment that promotes Gospel values. School Our school will provide an environment in which God's children become self-directed, life-long learners.
(Catholic)
(2)
5510 Double Oak Lane
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 991-5963
Grades: PK-8
| 242 students
Primrose School At Meadowbrook
Daycare / Preschool
4855 Meadow Brook Rd
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 991-3020
Grades: PK-K
| 25 students
Primrose School Of Riverwoods
Daycare / Preschool
501 Riverwoods Ct
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 685-1905
Grades: PK-K
| 117 students
Westwood Baptist Weekday Edu Ministry
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
209 Cloverdale Dr
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 663-2422
Grades: PK-K
| 97 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Shelby County, Alabama

Shelby County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Calera Christian School (Closed 2006)
Montessori School (Baptist)
1725 22nd Avenue
Calera, AL 35040
(205) 668-2521
Grades: 5-8
| 7 students
9178 Highway 22
Montevallo, AL 35115
(205) 668-2299
Grades: PK-12
| 215 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Shelby County, AL?
The top ranked private preschools in Shelby County, AL include Evangel Classical Christian School, Gospel Light Baptist Academy, and Hilltop Montessori School.
How many private preschools are located in Shelby County?
14 private preschools are located in Shelby County.
How diverse are private preschools in Shelby County?
Shelby County private preschools are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Shelby County?
57% of private preschools in Shelby County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Presbyterian).
Which private preschools in Shelby County are often viewed compared to one another?

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