#1
GradePower Learning – Greystone
Reading, writing, math and test prep on Highway 280
4.8(23 reviews)Contact for rates📍 Inverness & Greystone (Hwy 280) · 10.6 mi
Greater Birmingham · Updated 2026-11-01
The best tutors in Birmingham, AL
We compare tutoring centers, test-prep companies and independent tutors across Birmingham, the Over the Mountain suburbs (Homewood, Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills and Hoover), Shelby County and Trussville, ranked on reviews, credentials, responsiveness and value.
✓ 20 vetted tutors & centers✓ 12 neighborhoods & suburbs✓ Transparent, merit-based rankings
Top-rated tutors in Greater Birmingham
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As of November 2026, the top-rated tutors in Birmingham, AL are GradePower Learning – Greystone (Inverness & Greystone (Hwy 280), 4.8★ from 23 reviews, Contact for rates); AllPencilsDown (Birmingham, Contact for rates); and GradePower Learning – Pelham (Pelham, 4.7★ from 23 reviews, Contact for rates). Rankings are based on review quality, credentials, background checks and responsiveness; sponsored placements are labeled and do not affect rank.
#2
AllPencilsDown
ACT classes, subject workshops, video courses and tutoring
No reviews yetContact for rates📍 Birmingham · 0.6 mi
#3
GradePower Learning – Pelham
Reading, writing, math and ACT prep in Pelham Towne Center
4.7(23 reviews)Contact for rates📍 Pelham · 14.4 mi
ReadingWriting & EnglishMathScienceSAT & ACT PrepStudy Skills & Executive Functionin-personsmall-grouponline
#4
Magic City Test Prep
ACT courses and private ACT/SAT instruction for Greater Birmingham
No reviews yet$50/hr📍 Birmingham · 0.6 mi
#5
Magic City Tutoring
High school and college tutoring plus SAT, ACT, GRE and AP prep
No reviews yetContact for rates📍 Birmingham · 0.6 mi
#6
The Literacy Council of Central Alabama
Free adult literacy and English (ESOL) tutoring
No reviews yetContact for rates📍 Birmingham · 1.5 mi
#7
Nichols Test Prep
ACT classes taught by subject-specialist master teachers for 30+ years
No reviews yetContact for rates📍 Homewood · 3.5 mi
#8
Chapman Tutoring
Junior high and high school tutoring and test prep in Mountain Brook
No reviews yetContact for rates📍 Mountain Brook · 5.1 mi
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| Rank | Tutor | Area | Rating | Rate | Formats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GradePower Learning – Greystone | Inverness & Greystone (Hwy 280) | 4.8 (23) | Contact for rates | in-person, online |
| 2 | AllPencilsDown | Birmingham | — | Contact for rates | small-group, online |
| 3 | GradePower Learning – Pelham | Pelham | 4.7 (23) | Contact for rates | in-person, small-group, online |
| 4 | Magic City Test Prep | Birmingham | — | $50/hr | in-person, small-group |
| 5 | Magic City Tutoring | Birmingham | — | Contact for rates | |
| 6 | The Literacy Council of Central Alabama | Birmingham | — | Contact for rates | in-person, small-group |
| 7 | Nichols Test Prep | Homewood | — | Contact for rates | in-person, small-group |
| 8 | Chapman Tutoring | Mountain Brook | — | Contact for rates | in-person |
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Frequently asked questions
Do Birmingham tutors come to my home?
Many do. Filter by "In-home" to see tutors who travel. Most in-home tutors cover Homewood, Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills and Hoover; Shelby County and Trussville families often have more options with online or center-based sessions.
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