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#230 of 433 private schools in GA
Appling Christian Academy
School
1479 HATCH PKWY S, Baxley, GA 31513
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#230 of 433
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Appling Christian Academy
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About Appling Christian Academy
Appling Christian Academy is a private school in Baxley, GA. Appling Christian Academy serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Appling Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #230 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 93 students, Appling Christian Academy 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Appling Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Appling Christian Academy 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 Appling Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Baxley, GA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Baxley
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Appling Christian Academy (this school) | 6.3 |
| Appling County High School | 6.1 |
| Appling County Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Appling County Middle School | 7.1 |
| Altamaha Elementary School | 7.1 |
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
1479 HATCH PKWY S, Baxley, GA 31513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Appling Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Toombs Central Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Lyons), which scores notably higher. Another option is Odum Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby Odum), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bacon County Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Alma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baxley, see our Baxley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Appling County High School Baxley | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Appling County Elementary School Baxley | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Appling County Middle School Baxley | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Altamaha Elementary School Baxley | 8.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Fourth District Elementary School Surrency | 13.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Bacon County Primary School Alma | 15.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Bacon County Elementary School Alma | 16.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Bacon County Middle School Alma | 17.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Bacon County High School Alma | 17.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Jeff Davis Elementary School Hazlehurst | 16.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Jeff Davis Primary School Hazlehurst | 16.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Jeff Davis High School Hazlehurst | 16.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Jeff Davis Middle School Hazlehurst | 17.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Toombs Central Elementary School Lyons | 20.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Odum Elementary School Odum | 20.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Nicholls Elementary School Nicholls | 23.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LAKE GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jesup | 23.6 mi | — |
| North Tattnall Middle School Reidsville | 26.5 mi | 6.7 |
| West Green Elementary School West Green | 24.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Tattnall County High School Reidsville | 26.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,977
Median Home Value
$80,000
Median Rent
$714/mo
Population
15,941
College Educated
9.3%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKWOOD CHRISTIAN LANGUAGE SCHOOL Acworth, GA | 6.3 |
| CHATHAM ACADEMY Savannah, GA | 6.3 |
| HILLS ACADEMY Conyers, GA | 6.3 |
| JERSEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jersey, GA | 6.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covington, GA | 6.4 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Marys, GA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Appling Christian Academy
What grades does Appling Christian Academy serve?
Appling Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Appling Christian Academy?
Appling Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Appling Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Appling Christian Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Appling Christian Academy rank in GA?
Appling Christian Academy ranks #230 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Appling Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Appling Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Appling Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Appling Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Appling Christian Academy a religious school?
Appling Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 93
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Appling County
- Phone
- (912) 367-3004
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