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#192 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 44% of private schools

Arlington Christian

Elementary School

4500 RIDGE RD, Fairburn, GA 30213

Private

Enrollment

317

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – Kindergarten

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#192 of 433

In Fairburn

#2 of 3

public schools

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Arlington Christian

6.5/10

Elementary School in Fairburn · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

Langston Hughes High School

4.5/10

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6.3/10

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About Arlington Christian

Arlington Christian is a private elementary school in Fairburn, GA. Arlington Christian serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Arlington Christian has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it comparesOn par with GA schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Arlington Christian 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.

Arlington Christian sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Arlington Christian compares to the 9 public schools in Fairburn, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
This School
vs
15.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
317
This School
vs
944
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 50.2% vs 0%
Black 35% vs 0%
White 6.9% vs 0%
Asian 6.3% vs 0%
Arlington Christian Fairburn Public Avg

All Schools in Fairburn

School Rating
Arlington Christian (this school) 6.5
Langston Hughes High School 4.5
Renaissance ES 6.3
Renaissance Middle School 4.4
E. C. West Elementary School 6.6
Chattahoochee Hills Charter School 8.1
Creekside High School 6.2
Bear Creek Middle School 4.3
Campbell Elementary School 6.0
Global Impact Academy 7.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 62%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 317
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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)

Hispanic 50.2%
Black 35.0%
White 6.9%
Asian 6.3%
Pacific Islander 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4500 RIDGE RD, Fairburn, GA 30213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arlington Christian may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolf Creek Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby College Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chattahoochee Hills Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holly Springs Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Douglasville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairburn, see our Fairburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Langston Hughes High School Fairburn 1.6 mi 4.5
Renaissance ES Fairburn 1.9 mi 6.3
Renaissance Middle School Fairburn 2.1 mi 4.4
Cliftondale Elementary School College Park 2.7 mi 6.8
New Manchester High School Douglasville 3.0 mi 5.0
Wolf Creek Elementary College Park 3.8 mi 8.6
Stonewall Tell Elementary School College Park 4.0 mi 7.0
CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Douglasville 4.0 mi 7.0
E. C. West Elementary School Fairburn 4.6 mi 6.6
New Manchester Elementary School Douglasville 5.0 mi 5.7
Chattahoochee Hills Charter School Fairburn 4.7 mi 8.1
Holly Springs Elementary School Douglasville 4.8 mi 8.0
Creekside High School Fairburn 5.4 mi 6.2
Chapel Hill High School Douglasville 4.8 mi 6.0
Liberty Point Elementary School Union City 4.9 mi 7.9
Bear Creek Middle School Fairburn 5.6 mi 4.3
Factory Shoals Middle School Douglasville 6.2 mi 3.6
Chapel Hill Middle School Douglasville 5.7 mi 5.4
Youth Villages at Inner Harbour Douglasville 5.6 mi 5.4
Westlake High School Atlanta 5.8 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,681

Median Home Value

$281,300

Median Rent

$1,751/mo

Population

48,541

College Educated

35.9%

Homeownership

61.5%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arlington Christian

What grades does Arlington Christian serve?

Arlington Christian serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Arlington Christian?

Arlington Christian has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arlington Christian?

The student-teacher ratio at Arlington Christian is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Arlington Christian rank in GA?

Arlington Christian ranks #192 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Arlington Christian's MySchoolScout rating?

Arlington Christian has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Arlington Christian a private school?

Yes, Arlington Christian 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 Arlington Christian a religious school?

Arlington Christian has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
317
Gender Split
33% M / 67% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Fulton County
Phone
(770) 964-9872

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