Welcome to Prince of Peace where your child will receive the finest education from dedicated and supportive teachers in a faith-filled and safe environment. We create a love of learning that students carry with them to high school and beyond. In partnership with our families and our faith community, we form students into mature, responsible and productive members of society who, enlightened by the faith, will go forth to serve God and their community. We offer a rigorous Catholic faith-based curriculum that engages students in the interdisciplinary lessons of science, technology, religion, engineering, the arts and math (STREAM).
Our faculty teaches collaboratively to develop students' critical thinking abilities and prepares them for success in high school.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,139
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Prince Of Peace Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild learning differences
Year Founded
2000
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Student Body
Total Students
528 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Girls plaid uniform bottom, solid top; boys khaki pants, solid top
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
K-8 tuition and fees $6,426
K-8 non-Catholic tuition and fees $8,787
PreK3 4 days 1pm dismissal $4,574
PreK3 4 days 3:15pm dismissal $7,525
PreK3 4 days 5:30pm dismissal $10,178
PreK3or4 5 days 1pm dismissal $5,135
PreK3or4 5 days 3:15pm dismissal $7,851
PreK3or4 5 days 5:30pm dismissal $10,769
Admissions Director
Connie Angstadt
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, House System, Robotics Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Band and Choir, Music Lessons, Musical Theatre
Chess Club, House System, Robotics Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Band and Choir, Music Lessons, Musical Theatre
School Notes
- Welcome!Thank you for your interest in Prince of Peace Catholic School, which we refer to as POP. Our vision of educating the `whole child` began when our doors opened in the year 2000. We serve 464 students, pre-k through 8th grade, focusing on the academic, spiritual, physical, social, and emotional needs of each child. We invite you to call or stop by at any time for information or to schedule a tour. You will find us conveniently located in Hoover, Alabama near all major highways (Rts. 150, 65, 31, and 459), just south of Birmingham, in a wooded neighborhood community. Our church and school work together closely to provide the best education possible in the Catholic tradition. Academic and behavioral expectations are high and so are our students` achievements.The school is fully accredited and has been named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence for its outstanding performance. It has also been voted "Best School in Hoover" six times! At POP, all are welcome. Our school family is religiously diverse and is comprised of Catholics as well as members of many other faith families. Parishioners, parents, and school administrators come together as a formation board to guide the church and school. The school PTO actively manages many of the yearly events and fundraisers that have kept our school growing year after year.
- Prince of Peace is the largest preK-8 Catholic School campuses in the Diocese of Birmingham. Our newest campus building is a stand-alone Middle School which opened fall 2015. As population grew, our new building made way for more classroom space allowing us to maintain our preferred small class sizes.Please schedule a tour to view our state-of-the-art classrooms, playgrounds, outdoor learning spaces, ballfields, elementary garden areas and more. Come see if our POP family is right for your family.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Prince Of Peace Catholic School cost?
Prince Of Peace Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,139 for private students.
What sports does Prince Of Peace Catholic School offer?
Prince Of Peace Catholic School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Prince Of Peace Catholic School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for most sports offered.
What is Prince Of Peace Catholic School's ranking?
Prince Of Peace Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Prince Of Peace Catholic School?
The application deadline for Prince Of Peace Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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