For the 2026 school year, there are 2 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 261 students located throughout Alabama.
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Top Alabama Boarding Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Bernard Preparatory School
(Roman Catholic)
1600 St. Bernard Drive, S.E.
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 255-5890
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 255-5890
Gr: 7-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 13 students Acceptance rate: 80% Tuition listed
174 Ward Circle
Camp Hill, AL 36850
(256) 790-9202
Camp Hill, AL 36850
(256) 790-9202
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many boarding schools are located in Alabama?
There are 2 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Alabama.
What is the oldest boarding school in Alabama?
St. Bernard Preparatory School, founded in 1891, is the oldest boarding school in Alabama.
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