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St. Bernard Preparatory School
Southern Preparatory Academy

Best Alabama Boarding Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 261 students located throughout Alabama.
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  • # Boarding Schools: 2
  • # Students Served: 261
St. Bernard Preparatory School
Southern Preparatory Academy

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Boarding Schools: 2
  • # Students Served: 261

Top Alabama Boarding Schools (2026)

St. Bernard Preparatory School Photo - Academic achievement is high on the list of St. Bernard Prep priorities, with students consistently ranking above national and state averages in ACT and National Merit Exams.
St. Bernard Preparatory School
Gr: 7-12 | 131 students
Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Avg. class size: 13 students
Acceptance rate: 80%
Tuition listed
Roman Catholic
1600 St. Bernard Drive, S.E.
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 255-5890
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Southern Preparatory Academy Photo - Southern Prep Academy offers a college-prep curriculum with a focus on personalized learning and academic excellence. Our diploma options include Standard Diploma, Honors Diploma, College-Bound Diploma with ROTC Option, and Military Diploma.
Southern Preparatory Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students
Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Avg. class size: 10 students
Tuition listed
All-boys (non-denominational)
174 Ward Circle
Camp Hill, AL 36850
(256) 790-9202
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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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