For the 2025 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 (2025)
School
Location
Grades
Students
St. Bernard Preparatory School
(Catholic)
1600 St. Bernard Drive, S.E.
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 255-5890
Cullman, AL 35055
(256) 255-5890
Grades: 7-12
| 131 students
174 Ward Circle
Camp Hill, AL 36850
(256) 790-9202
Camp Hill, AL 36850
(256) 790-9202
Grades: 6-12
| 130 students
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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