Prince Of Peace Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2024-25)

4650 Preserve Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35226

Prince Of Peace Catholic School Photo #1 - This is a partial view of the front of our beautiful school in the suburb of Hoover, AL.

Welcome to Prince of Peace where your child will receive the finest education from dedicated and supportive teachers in a faith-filled and safe environment. We create a love of learning that students carry with them to high school and beyond. In partnership with our families and our faith community, we form students into mature, responsible and productive members of society who, enlightened by the faith, will go forth to serve God and their community. We offer a rigorous Catholic faith-based curriculum that engages students in the interdisciplinary lessons of science, technology, religion, engineering, the arts and math (STREAM).

Our faculty teaches collaboratively to develop students' critical thinking abilities and prepares them for success in high school.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Top Ranked AL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 528 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,139
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Prince Of Peace Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

mild learning differences

Year Founded

2000

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

Student Body

Total Students

528 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 24%

Students by Grade

Prince Of Peace Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

37 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Girls plaid uniform bottom, solid top; boys khaki pants, solid top

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,139

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

K-8 tuition and fees $6,426 K-8 non-Catholic tuition and fees $8,787 PreK3 4 days 1pm dismissal $4,574 PreK3 4 days 3:15pm dismissal $7,525 PreK3 4 days 5:30pm dismissal $10,178 PreK3or4 5 days 1pm dismissal $5,135 PreK3or4 5 days 3:15pm dismissal $7,851 PreK3or4 5 days 5:30pm dismissal $10,769

Admissions Director

Connie Angstadt

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
Chess Club, House System, Robotics Team

Arts and Music Programs:
Band and Choir, Music Lessons, Musical Theatre

School Notes

Welcome!Thank you for your interest in Prince of Peace Catholic School, which we refer to as POP. Our vision of educating the `whole child` began when our doors opened in the year 2000. We serve 464 students, pre-k through 8th grade, focusing on the academic, spiritual, physical, social, and emotional needs of each child. We invite you to call or stop by at any time for information or to schedule a tour. You will find us conveniently located in Hoover, Alabama near all major highways (Rts. 150, 65, 31, and 459), just south of Birmingham, in a wooded neighborhood community. Our church and school work together closely to provide the best education possible in the Catholic tradition. Academic and behavioral expectations are high and so are our students` achievements.The school is fully accredited and has been named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence for its outstanding performance. It has also been voted "Best School in Hoover" six times! At POP, all are welcome. Our school family is religiously diverse and is comprised of Catholics as well as members of many other faith families. Parishioners, parents, and school administrators come together as a formation board to guide the church and school. The school PTO actively manages many of the yearly events and fundraisers that have kept our school growing year after year.
Prince of Peace is the largest preK-8 Catholic School campuses in the Diocese of Birmingham. Our newest campus building is a stand-alone Middle School which opened fall 2015. As population grew, our new building made way for more classroom space allowing us to maintain our preferred small class sizes.Please schedule a tour to view our state-of-the-art classrooms, playgrounds, outdoor learning spaces, ballfields, elementary garden areas and more. Come see if our POP family is right for your family.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Prince Of Peace Catholic School cost?

Prince Of Peace Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,139 for private students.

What sports does Prince Of Peace Catholic School offer?

Prince Of Peace Catholic School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Prince Of Peace Catholic School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for most sports offered.

What is Prince Of Peace Catholic School's ranking?

Prince Of Peace Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Prince Of Peace Catholic School?

The application deadline for Prince Of Peace Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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