Very Good

#18 of 207 private schools in AL

Top 8% of private schools

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede

Elementary School

3870 ATLANTA HWY, Montgomery, AL 36109

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

140

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

140

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#18 of 207

In Montgomery

#1 of 14

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About Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede is a private elementary school in Montgomery, AL. Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede serves approximately 140 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares0.5 pts above AL schools

7.9

This school 7.9 · Very Good
AL avg 7.4

What Parents Should Know

At 140 students, Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Montgomery, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

This School

18.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

140

This School

470

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.9

This School

5.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 56.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 18.6% vs 0%

Black 16.4% vs 0%

Asian 5% vs 0%

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede Montgomery Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede (this school)	—	140	10:1	7.9
Goodwyn Middle School	0.2 mi	757	22.3:1	2.8
Dalraida Elementary School	0.6 mi	669	20.3:1	4.7
Flowers Elementary School	1.1 mi	411	17.9:1	4.8
Morningview Elementary School	1.2 mi	427	19.4:1	4.9
Capitol Heights Middle School	1.4 mi	619	20.6:1	3.6
Childrens Center	2.0 mi	72	7.2:1	3.5
Highland Avenue Elementary School	2.1 mi	461	19.2:1	3.4
Dozier Elementary School	2.2 mi	392	16.3:1	5.5
Highland Gardens Elementary School	2.2 mi	447	17.2:1	4.0
Vaughn Road Elementary School	2.5 mi	477	17.7:1	5.3
Forest Avenue Elementary School	2.7 mi	613	15.7:1	9.5
Dannelly Elementary School	2.8 mi	591	17.9:1	5.5
Chisholm Elementary School	3.1 mi	477	19.1:1	4.1
LEAD Academy Building A	3.2 mi	380	20:1	7.1
LEAD Academy Building B	3.2 mi	378	34.4:1	2.1
Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet	3.4 mi	507	16.9:1	8.1
Bear Exploration Center	3.5 mi	503	17.3:1	8.2
Wares Ferry Elementary School	3.6 mi	346	17.3:1	5.7
Floyd Middle School	4.0 mi	501	21.8:1	5.3
Garrett Elementary School	4.0 mi	575	16.4:1	5.6

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.

Classroom Attention

B 6.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 62%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 140

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 56.4%

Hispanic 18.6%

Black 16.4%

Asian 5.0%

Two or More 3.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3870 ATLANTA HWY, Montgomery, AL 36109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCPS-ST. BEDE CAMPUS (rated 7.0/10), with a comparable rating. Another option is Dozier Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Dannelly Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MCPS-ST. BEDE CAMPUS Montgomery	0.0 mi	141	7.0
Goodwyn Middle School Montgomery	0.2 mi	757	2.8
Dalraida Elementary School Montgomery	0.6 mi	669	4.7
Flowers Elementary School Montgomery	1.1 mi	411	4.8
Morningview Elementary School Montgomery	1.2 mi	427	4.9
Capitol Heights Middle School Montgomery	1.4 mi	619	3.6
Percy Julian High School Montgomery	1.4 mi	1,260	1.9
SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER #02603 Montgomery	2.0 mi	96	6.5
TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Montgomery	2.2 mi	601	6.7
ALABAMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery	1.9 mi	615	5.8
EASTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montgomery	2.2 mi	224	6.0
EVANGEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery	2.3 mi	180	6.5
Childrens Center Montgomery	2.0 mi	72	3.5
Highland Avenue Elementary School Montgomery	2.1 mi	461	3.4
Highland Gardens Elementary School Montgomery	2.2 mi	447	4.0
Dozier Elementary School Montgomery	2.2 mi	392	5.5
Vaughn Road Elementary School Montgomery	2.5 mi	477	5.3
BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery	2.2 mi	28	—
BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery	2.2 mi	28	—
Dannelly Elementary School Montgomery	2.8 mi	591	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,059

Median Home Value

$134,900

Median Rent

$1,108/mo

Population

24,093

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

39.8

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Lynn Elementary School Lynn, AL	161	7.9
ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elberta, AL	97	7.9
Barbour County Primary School Clayton, AL	138	8.0
ADVENT EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Birmingham, AL	187	7.8
Bridgeport Elementary School Bridgeport, AL	182	7.8
Flat Rock School Flat Rock, AL	107	7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede

What grades does Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede serve?

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede?

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede has an enrollment of approximately 140 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede?

The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede rank in AL?

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede ranks #18 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede's MySchoolScout rating?

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede a private school?

Yes, Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede a religious school?

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, St Bede has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 45 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment: 140
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Montgomery County
Phone: (334) 272-3033

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