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Mobile, AL•
Private School•
PK, K-12
Senior: St Paul’s Episcopal School is a Christian institute I have attended my entire school career. We stand on the foundation of honesty integrity and respect. St Paul’s believes I teaching the individual child which has been most beneficial to myself and my classmates. There has always been opportunities to participate in many clubs ranging from academics, sports, arts and student government. I love how every individual part makes the whole identity of St Paul’s being an inclusive school that embraces all walks of life. I’ve been taught that since I started in Kindergarten. I will forever be grateful for the lessons I have learned in and out of the classroom! Go Saints!... Read 84 reviews
Students 1,198
Student-teacher ratio 6:1
#6 Best Private High Schools in Alabama.
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
MOBILE, AL,
PK, K-12,
84 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says St Paul’s Episcopal School is a Christian institute I have attended my entire school career. We stand on the foundation of honesty integrity and respect. St Paul’s believes I teaching the individual....
St Paul’s Episcopal School is a Christian institute I have attended my entire school career. We stand on the foundation of honesty integrity and respect. St Paul’s believes I teaching the individual....
Read 84 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 1,198,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,
PK, 1-12
Middle School Student: I am a middle school student at UMS, and I love it here! I have been here since K-4, and I can't imagine going anywhere else. The food is delicious! We have an excellent arts program, and after school extra curricular activities. You can take voice and piano lessons during and after school. We have 2 plays a year at UMS. The teachers here care about the student and do everything in their power to help us. UMS is an amazing school.... Read 74 reviews
Students 1,150
Student-teacher ratio 8:1
#7 Best Private High Schools in Alabama.
PK, 1-12,
74 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says I am a middle school student at UMS, and I love it here! I have been here since K-4, and I can't imagine going anywhere else. The food is delicious! We have an excellent arts program, and after....
I am a middle school student at UMS, and I love it here! I have been here since K-4, and I can't imagine going anywhere else. The food is delicious! We have an excellent arts program, and after....
Read 74 reviews.
Students: 1,150,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,
Works Here: I joined the St. Lukes teaching staff last year. To say that I was shocked is an understatement, but I was shocked in a great way! I was welcomed with opened arms by the faculty, students, and parents at St. Lukes. I immediately knew that I had stumbled upon something fantastic! I am still astonished at how professional the students are. By that, I mean that they are polished, dedicated learners who take on personal responsibility for their own learning. They are committed to growing themselves academically, but they are also committed to their extracurricular activities and service organizations. The students body is well-balanced. Each student is encouraged to participate in a variety of activities, including sports, theater, art, music, and leadership organizations. For this reason, St. Lukes is producing some of the most outstanding students in the State of Alabama.... Read 80 reviews
Students 620
Student-teacher ratio 11:1
#25 Best Private High Schools in Alabama.
80 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Works Here says I joined the St. Lukes teaching staff last year. To say that I was shocked is an understatement, but I was shocked in a great way! I was welcomed with opened arms by the faculty, students, and....
I joined the St. Lukes teaching staff last year. To say that I was shocked is an understatement, but I was shocked in a great way! I was welcomed with opened arms by the faculty, students, and....
Read 80 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 620,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,
Birmingham, AL•
PK, K-8
Niche User: This is a very good school. Every one at this school is so nice. The school has little student which gives your kids some more face to face time with your teacher. Overall I think this is a good school to send any of your kids from Pre K 3 to 8th grade and then after that send them to John Carroll or Brairwood, which are also very good private high schools close by.... Read 2 reviews
Students 209
Student-teacher ratio 13:1
BIRMINGHAM, AL,
PK, K-8,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says This is a very good school. Every one at this school is so nice. The school has little student which gives your kids some more face to face time with your teacher. Overall I think this is a good....
This is a very good school. Every one at this school is so nice. The school has little student which gives your kids some more face to face time with your teacher. Overall I think this is a good....
Read 2 reviews.
Students: 209,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
9-12
Senior: Through my closing towards four years at McGill-Toolen I have not only been given the tools to grow academically as a student but also to grow in my Catholic faith through the wonderful academic and religious programs that they have. I was even given the opportunity to further my education even more through Advances Placement courses that were provided giving me a chance earn college credits and further prepare me for college life. Overall McGill-Toolen has prepared me to the highest extent physically, academically, and spiritually towards my future college endeavors.... Read 290 reviews
Students 1,185
#30 Best Private High Schools in Alabama.
9-12,
290 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Through my closing towards four years at McGill-Toolen I have not only been given the tools to grow academically as a student but also to grow in my Catholic faith through the wonderful academic and....
Through my closing towards four years at McGill-Toolen I have not only been given the tools to grow academically as a student but also to grow in my Catholic faith through the wonderful academic and....
Read 290 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 1,185,
Mobile County Schools, AL•
6-8
Middle School Student: I was a past student at Phillips Preparatory Middle school and this place was amazing! The teachers I had were all excellent. The food is average for school cafeteria food. It was very challenging, but fun. Overall I had an amazing experience. Sure some classmates were annoying, but you'll deal with that problem at any school.... Read 14 reviews
Students 693
Student-teacher ratio 18:1
#43 Best Public Middle Schools in Alabama.
Mobile County Schools, AL,
6-8,
14 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says I was a past student at Phillips Preparatory Middle school and this place was amazing! The teachers I had were all excellent. The food is average for school cafeteria food. It was very challenging,....
I was a past student at Phillips Preparatory Middle school and this place was amazing! The teachers I had were all excellent. The food is average for school cafeteria food. It was very challenging,....
Read 14 reviews.
Students: 693,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,
Senior: Cottage Hill has a family atmosphere all around from the teachers to the office staff. The campus is simple to navigate and filled with caring people. Throughout the day there is someone asking you how you are doing. Students get so excited to see a previous teacher or staff member during lunch waves. The smaller school population allows for more student involvement and allows for personal time with teachers. The student body is truly kind to one another and love communicating. The teachers love answering questions and concerns and it fuels them. They do not mind sitting down to discuss anything with their students. Many students seek advice from multiple teachers throughout the school day and the teachers make time for them. It is amazing to see strong relationships blossom over time. Since the staff is well respected and enjoyed, increasing the workload and work type would benefit the students and help prepare them for college. It is one of the best ways to bridge the college gap.... Read 37 reviews
Students 685
#40 Best Private High Schools in Alabama.
37 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Cottage Hill has a family atmosphere all around from the teachers to the office staff. The campus is simple to navigate and filled with caring people. Throughout the day there is someone asking you....
Cottage Hill has a family atmosphere all around from the teachers to the office staff. The campus is simple to navigate and filled with caring people. Throughout the day there is someone asking you....
Read 37 reviews.
Students: 685,
PK, K-5
Students 528
Student-teacher ratio 20:1
#113 Best Public Elementary Schools in Alabama.
PK, K-5,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Students: 528,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 20 to 1,
Parent: Council has an outstanding curriculum, outstanding staff and it is a very safe environment. The leadership is amazing. The children are truly being prepared to be future leaders. My child has grown tremendously.... Read 4 reviews
Students 662
Student-teacher ratio 19:1
#116 Best Public Elementary Schools in Alabama.
4 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Council has an outstanding curriculum, outstanding staff and it is a very safe environment. The leadership is amazing. The children are truly being prepared to be future leaders. My child has grown....
Council has an outstanding curriculum, outstanding staff and it is a very safe environment. The leadership is amazing. The children are truly being prepared to be future leaders. My child has grown....
Read 4 reviews.
Students: 662,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19 to 1,
5-8
Middle School Student: Wonderful caring adults and lots Of opportunities and electives for students. Excellent state test scores, rigorous academics, and conservative uniforms and dress This school develops the whole child... Read 6 reviews
Students 747
#46 Best Public Middle Schools in Alabama.
5-8,
6 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says Wonderful caring adults and lots Of opportunities and electives for students. Excellent state test scores, rigorous academics, and conservative uniforms and dress This school develops the whole....
Wonderful caring adults and lots Of opportunities and electives for students. Excellent state test scores, rigorous academics, and conservative uniforms and dress This school develops the whole....
Read 6 reviews.
Students: 747,
K-5
Students 398
Student-teacher ratio 16:1
#127 Best Public Elementary Schools in Alabama.
K-5,
Students: 398,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
Parent: We love MCS! Our children are loved by their teachers. They are challenged academically. There are many opportunities for them to be involved with sports and extra-curricular clubs and activities. MCS is a family, and we are thankful to be a part of the MCS family.... Read 84 reviews
Students 638
#52 Best Private High Schools in Alabama.
84 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says We love MCS! Our children are loved by their teachers. They are challenged academically. There are many opportunities for them to be involved with sports and extra-curricular clubs and activities.....
We love MCS! Our children are loved by their teachers. They are challenged academically. There are many opportunities for them to be involved with sports and extra-curricular clubs and activities.....
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Students: 638,
K-12
Freshman: I attended Faith Academy as a Freshmen in 2017-2018 and I would say it's a pretty good school. Because every parent pays a tuition for their child to attend every kid has parents at home who want to see their child succeed academically. Both teachers, staff, and coaches care about the well being of their students and make sure every student is accomplishing the goals which they've set for themselves. As far as other private schools in Mobile faith academy is the least preppy with most kids coming from outside of springhill. Although the food is pretty mediocre, you can just bring your own lunch so its really not a big deal.... Read 124 reviews
Students 1,720
Student-teacher ratio 21:1
#68 Best Private High Schools in Alabama.
K-12,
124 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says I attended Faith Academy as a Freshmen in 2017-2018 and I would say it's a pretty good school. Because every parent pays a tuition for their child to attend every kid has parents at home who want to....
I attended Faith Academy as a Freshmen in 2017-2018 and I would say it's a pretty good school. Because every parent pays a tuition for their child to attend every kid has parents at home who want to....
Read 124 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Students: 1,720,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 21 to 1,
Senior: This was an excellent school to "spread your wings". They embrace creativity and really push you to push yourself!... Read 1 review
Students 496
#144 Best Public Middle Schools in Alabama.
Featured Review: Senior says This was an excellent school to "spread your wings". They embrace creativity and really push you to push yourself!.
This was an excellent school to "spread your wings". They embrace creativity and really push you to push yourself!.
Students: 496,
Students 561
#325 Best Public Elementary Schools in Alabama.
Students: 561,
Niche User: I went to Allentown for Elementary School. I completed fifth grade back in 2017. I loved my experience there and most of the teachers are all very kind!... Read 1 review
Students 792
Student-teacher ratio 17:1
Featured Review: Niche User says I went to Allentown for Elementary School. I completed fifth grade back in 2017. I loved my experience there and most of the teachers are all very kind!.
I went to Allentown for Elementary School. I completed fifth grade back in 2017. I loved my experience there and most of the teachers are all very kind!.
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Students: 792,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
Parent: Cottage Hill is a warm, welcoming place for our family. We truly feel connected to the people here, and we love the fit for our family. Our children are challenged academically and encouraged to learn. The spiritual atmosphere truly sets them apart. The faculty and staff truly care about their students. I can't recommend Cottage Hill highly enough!... Read 19 reviews
19 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Cottage Hill is a warm, welcoming place for our family. We truly feel connected to the people here, and we love the fit for our family. Our children are challenged academically and encouraged to....
Cottage Hill is a warm, welcoming place for our family. We truly feel connected to the people here, and we love the fit for our family. Our children are challenged academically and encouraged to....
Read 19 reviews.
Sophomore: I love Mary G! It is a great high school with many outstanding teachers who truly care about my wellbeing and my success as a student. I enjoy going to school there, and my peers are all very kind.... Read 225 reviews
Students 1,976
225 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Sophomore says I love Mary G! It is a great high school with many outstanding teachers who truly care about my wellbeing and my success as a student. I enjoy going to school there, and my peers are all very kind..
I love Mary G! It is a great high school with many outstanding teachers who truly care about my wellbeing and my success as a student. I enjoy going to school there, and my peers are all very kind..
Read 225 reviews.
Students: 1,976,
Parent: My experience was great enrolling my son in this school in 2015. I loved that this school had a preschool program. I think this school needs a remodeling.... Read 1 review
Students 484
Featured Review: Parent says My experience was great enrolling my son in this school in 2015. I loved that this school had a preschool program. I think this school needs a remodeling..
My experience was great enrolling my son in this school in 2015. I loved that this school had a preschool program. I think this school needs a remodeling..
Overall Niche Grade: C+,
Students: 484,
Parent: Semmes is a phenomenal middle school that caters to a wide variety of learners. The teachers continually aspire to incorporate more technology and rigorous lessons in order to prepare students for high school and vocational schools.... Read 3 reviews
Students 1,547
Student-teacher ratio 22:1
3 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Semmes is a phenomenal middle school that caters to a wide variety of learners. The teachers continually aspire to incorporate more technology and rigorous lessons in order to prepare students for....
Semmes is a phenomenal middle school that caters to a wide variety of learners. The teachers continually aspire to incorporate more technology and rigorous lessons in order to prepare students for....
Read 3 reviews.
Students: 1,547,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 22 to 1,
Students 686
Overall Niche Grade: C minus,
Students: 686,
K-8
Students 162
K-8,
Students: 162,
Niche User: I attended Corpus Christi School from day care thru 8th grade. We were taught respect for others and for ourselves. There was no differentiating in the content level. We were all taught on the same level. If someone was having difficulties in a class they would then have to go to centers during one of their electives to study and prepare. Time was not taken from other students time, this made learning fun. Corpus prepared me for high school. My 4 years at McGill I made 3.8 or high in all my classes along with making the National Honor society.... Read 4 reviews
Students 567
Student-teacher ratio 27:1
Featured Review: Niche User says I attended Corpus Christi School from day care thru 8th grade. We were taught respect for others and for ourselves. There was no differentiating in the content level. We were all taught on the....
I attended Corpus Christi School from day care thru 8th grade. We were taught respect for others and for ourselves. There was no differentiating in the content level. We were all taught on the....
Students: 567,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 27 to 1,
Middle School Student: St. Ignatius is amazing. All the teachers care about every single student and help them learn in the best way possible. There are many sports like soccer basketball football cheerleading volleyball golf and tennis. There are many clubs and other after school activities. Students learn to be leaders and build great character and confidence. Students learn how to grow closer to God and they become great people. The families at St. Ignatius are very nice and caring. They all care for each other and love to get together at gatherings like the fish fry on Fridays. Everyone is so nice and you will make friends with a lot of people kid or parents. St. Ignatius has a great early learning center program. The kids play at the amazing playgrounds and learn so much like manners, shapes, colors, numbers, and so much more. Most important they learn the importance of friendship. St Ignatius has so many fun traditions like little field day, new Orleans trip, and so many more. I love it all in all!... Read 3 reviews
Students 556
3 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says St. Ignatius is amazing. All the teachers care about every single student and help them learn in the best way possible. There are many sports like soccer basketball football cheerleading volleyball....
St. Ignatius is amazing. All the teachers care about every single student and help them learn in the best way possible. There are many sports like soccer basketball football cheerleading volleyball....
Students: 556,
Students 549
Student-teacher ratio 10:1
Students: 549,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
Saraland, AL•
Students 316
SARALAND, AL,
Students: 316,
Woodberry Forest, VA•
Junior: Woodberry has been the best decision I have ever made. The teachers are second to none at offering their assistance to students who have trouble studying or do not understand the ideas they teach. At Woodberry, academic success is less about the grades and more about the spirit you develop when tackling problems. Being at Woodberry has taught me that the best way to problem solve is to meet the adversary head on and not be afraid to fail. At Woodberry, failing after attempting something challenging is met with compassion and teachers who are more than happy to help you up again and give you another shot.... Read 38 reviews
Students 406
Student-teacher ratio 7:1
WOODBERRY FOREST, VA,
38 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Junior says Woodberry has been the best decision I have ever made. The teachers are second to none at offering their assistance to students who have trouble studying or do not understand the ideas they teach. At....
Woodberry has been the best decision I have ever made. The teachers are second to none at offering their assistance to students who have trouble studying or do not understand the ideas they teach. At....
Read 38 reviews.
Students: 406,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,
Herndon, VA•
Middle School Student: It is the best school I have ever been to and has opened the gates for me to really be able to learn. I especially like language arts and my teachers truly have a broad understanding of the world and inspire us. I have read books including Pride and Prejudice, Jane Eyre, The Power of One, Frankenstein, Henry IV, Henry V, Oedipus The King, and many more. I came in 7th grade and I thought I would have a hard time, but that was not the case. The school is so diverse and I have gotten to learn about a bunch of different cultures and it has given me a better understanding. I went to public school before and until I got to this school I did not really know whiten outstanding education was. I feel ready to share my ideas with the world.... Read 9 reviews
Students 580
HERNDON, VA,
9 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says It is the best school I have ever been to and has opened the gates for me to really be able to learn. I especially like language arts and my teachers truly have a broad understanding of the world and....
It is the best school I have ever been to and has opened the gates for me to really be able to learn. I especially like language arts and my teachers truly have a broad understanding of the world and....
Read 9 reviews.
Students: 580,
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