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Best Tuscaloosa County 草榴社区 Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private preschools serving 2,994 students in Tuscaloosa County, AL.
The top-ranked private preschools in Tuscaloosa County, AL include The Capitol School, Tuscaloosa Academy, and American Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is lower than the Alabama private preschool average acceptance rate of 89%.
71% of private preschools in Tuscaloosa County, AL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Tuscaloosa County 草榴社区 Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
American Christian Academy
American Christian Academy Photo - School Program
(Christian)
2300 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 553-5963
Gr: PK-12 | 1,079 student Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Capitol School
The Capitol School Photo - High School Students volunteering in "Renew Our Rivers" cleanup.
(2)
2828 Gary Fitts St
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 758-2828
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Holy Spirit Catholic School
(Catholic)
(2)
601 James I. Harrison Jr. Pkwy E.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-5606
Gr: PK-12 | 435 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Spirit Continuation School
(Catholic)
contactus@holyspirit-al.com
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 553-9630
Gr: PK-6 | 282 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Tuscaloosa Academy
Tuscaloosa Academy Photo - Tuscaloosa Academy
420 Rice Valley Road N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-4462
Gr: PK-12 | 446 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tuscaloosa Christian School
(Baptist)
(1)
1601 Prudes Mill Road
Cottondale, AL 35453
(205) 553-4303
Gr: PK-12 | 371 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Capstone Learning Academy
Daycare / Preschool
1300 21st St. E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(659) 216-2990
Gr: NS-PK
[+] Show Closed 草榴社区 Schools in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama

Tuscaloosa County 草榴社区 Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Riverwood Classical School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School (Presbyterian)
501 Rice Valley Rd N
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 758-5502
Gr: K-11 | 54 students

Overview

This County (Tuscaloosa County)
This State (AL)
# Schools
7 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
2,994 Students
66,209 Students
% Average Students of Color
19%
22%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
239 Teachers
5,197 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
38%
53%
Average Class Size
18 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
7 courses
7 courses
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
25

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$18,000
$10,938
Average % on Financial Aid
10%
26%
Average Acceptance Rate
87%
89%
Average Endowment Size
$1 million
$80.82 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.51
0.58
# American Indian Students
1 Student
78 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
118 Students
1,081 Students
% Asian Students
4%
2%
# Hispanic Students
116 Students
1,458 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
2%
# Black Students
207 Students
5,343 Students
% Black Students
7%
8%
# White Students
2,011 Students
37,851 Students
% White Students
67%
57%
# Hawaiian Students
3 Students
50 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
538 Students
20,776 Students
% of Others Students
18%
31%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
3 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
9 sports
8 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Tuscaloosa County, AL?
The top-ranked private preschools in Tuscaloosa County, AL include The Capitol School, Tuscaloosa Academy, and American Christian Academy.
How many private preschools are located in Tuscaloosa County?
7 private preschools are located in Tuscaloosa County.
How diverse are private preschools in Tuscaloosa County?
Tuscaloosa County private preschools are approximately 19% minority students, which is lower than the Alabama private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Tuscaloosa County?
71% of private preschools in Tuscaloosa County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private preschools in Tuscaloosa County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private preschools in Tuscaloosa County include: Tuscaloosa Academy vs. American Christian Academy

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