Originally a group of eight segregation academies,[1][2] the membership grew to 60 by the 1971–72 school year.
[3] In 1990, the group voted to change its name to the Alabama Independent School Association.
[10] In addition to the opportunities to participate in academic competitions, professional development and athletics, the AISA also maintains an accreditation partnership with AdvancED and offers member schools the opportunity for dual accreditation through AISA & AdvancED.
[6] Sanctioned varsity and junior varsity sports include the following: football, basketball, baseball, fast-pitch softball, track and field, volleyball, golf, tennis, soccer, and cheerleading.
The AISA offices are located on the campus of Huntingdon College in Montgomery, Alabama.