Very Good
#56 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 13% of private schools
Advance Learning Center
School
3451 CHARLIE SMITH STATE ROAD HWY, Saint Marys, GA 31558
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#56 of 433
In Saint Marys
#1 of 2
public schools
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Advance Learning Center
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About Advance Learning Center
Advance Learning Center is a private school in Saint Marys, GA. Advance Learning Center serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Advance Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Advance Learning Center 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.
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Advance Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Advance Learning Center 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Advance Learning Center compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Saint Marys, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Advance Learning Center (this school) | 7.6 |
| Crooked River Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Sugarmill Elementary | 8.0 |
| Mary Lee Clark Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Saint Marys Middle School | 7.1 |
| Saint Marys Elementary School | 8.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 GA.
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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 GA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3451 CHARLIE SMITH STATE ROAD HWY, Saint Marys, GA 31558
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Advance Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. NASSAU VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 7.2/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Fernandina Beach), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saint Marys, see our Saint Marys schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crooked River Elementary School Saint Marys | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Sugarmill Elementary Saint Marys | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Mary Lee Clark Elementary School Saint Marys | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Marys | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Saint Marys Middle School Saint Marys | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Camden Middle School Kingsland | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Camden County High School Kingsland | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Matilda Harris Elementary School Kingsland | 4.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Saint Marys Elementary School Saint Marys | 5.4 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kingsland | 5.4 mi | — |
| David L Rainer Elementary School Kingsland | 5.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Mamie Lou Gross Elementary School Woodbine | 6.8 mi | 8.3 |
| CAMDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kingsland | 7.0 mi | — |
| Kingsland Elementary School Kingsland | 8.2 mi | 8.4 |
| YULEE PRIMARY SCHOOL Yulee | 11.2 mi | 7.3 |
| YULEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yulee | 11.7 mi | 8.5 |
| ST MICHEL ACADEMY Fernandina Beach | 11.1 mi | 4.9 |
| NASSAU VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Fernandina Beach | 11.5 mi | 7.2 |
| NASSAU COUNTY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 11.5 mi | — |
| WILDLIGHT ELEMENTARY Yulee | 12.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,761
Median Home Value
$250,700
Median Rent
$1,205/mo
Population
22,498
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| STILL WATERS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Norcross, GA | 7.5 |
| GODS HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hinesville, GA | 7.8 |
| COUNTERPANE SCHOOL Fayetteville, GA | 7.3 |
| CLEARWATER ACADEMY Tyrone, GA | 7.2 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ludowici, GA | 7.2 |
| CHRYSALIS EXPERIENTIAL ACADEMY INC. DBA PROMISE PR Cumming, GA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Advance Learning Center
What grades does Advance Learning Center serve?
Advance Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Advance Learning Center?
Advance Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Advance Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Advance Learning Center is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Advance Learning Center rank in GA?
Advance Learning Center ranks #56 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Advance Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Advance Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Advance Learning Center a private school?
Yes, Advance Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Advance Learning Center a religious school?
Advance Learning Center has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Camden County
- Phone
- (912) 882-5327
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