St. Bernard Preparatory School

St. Bernard Preparatory School

Private High School | Grade 7-12
1600 Saint Bernard Ave SE,  Cullman, AL
4.1
4.1
130 Students
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School Details

Head of School
Fr. Joel Martin, O.s.b.
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
28
Average GPA
3.76
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$12,350
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Boarding Program
Offers Boarding

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.76
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
28
Full Time Teachers
17
Part Time Teachers
11
College Prep
Average SAT
1300
Math
680
Verbal
620
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
29
Reading
30
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
9
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
90%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
61.1%
Hispanic
24%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.3%
Two or more races
4.6%
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School Rankings

#3 Best Boarding HS in Alabama
#4 Best Catholic Schools in Alabama
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Auburn University 40 Students
The University of Alabama 32 Students
The University of Alabama in Huntsville 25 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 24 Students
University of North Alabama 18 Students
Spring Hill College 16 Students
Vanderbilt University 11 Students
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville 11 Students
Mississippi State University 10 Students
Berry College 10 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 17 Students
Nursing 8 Students
Biology 7 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 7 Students
Computer Science 6 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 6 Students
Accounting 5 Students
Chemistry 5 Students
Chemical Engineering 5 Students
Physics 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 39 Reviews
1.0 Junior
5/28/2024
I had a horrible year at st. bernard. All they cared was about money. I'm a scholarship student and they always tried to make me feel bad for not paying the full tuition. The head master of 2023-2024 is egocentric and mean. They don't care if you are not Catholic, they still enforce the religion on you. Bullying is really common in this school, specially if you are black or hispanic. The food is bad and the school in overall is really bad also as they invest all their money on the church.
5.0 Alum
7/26/2019
I like that the teachers were open to one on one time with their students, it allowed the student to learn more. I like the class size is small. I also like that everyone at SBP is friendly and inviting. Fun Fridays during lent allowed us to learn a skill we otherwise wouldn't have learned.
5.0 Junior
12/28/2018
It's a really good high school, and it has many good teachers and activities. However, as a Junior here's a recommendation, do not be a dormer... because the dorm has many ridiculous, unreasonable rules and mandatory events that they forced students to do.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 9 Reviews
5.0 other
2/13/2025
Attending St. Bernard Preparatory School was one of the best decisions. The rigorous academics, strong sense of community, and values-driven education prepared me not only for college but also for long-term career success. Beyond academics, the friendships I built at St. Bernard are lifelong and inv...
5.0 other
1/28/2025
I believe that home is where the heart is, and Saint Bernard will always have a part of mine. As a former boarding student, Saint Bernard's mission to cultivate one's body, mind and spirit is clearly intentional. Excellence in academics, athletics, and character is heavily emphasized, but most impor...
5.0 parent
1/24/2025
Saint Bernard Preparatory School is an extraordinatry force for good in our world. My daughter was a boarding student at Saint Bernard Prep and was fortunate to have been a recipient of this beautiful experience offered in Cullman, Alabama. The educators and monks of Saint Bernard Abbey are committe...
5.0 parent
9/5/2024
Private school offers advantages!! I went there and sending my children there and the opportunities are endless!

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