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#34 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 8% of private schools

Atlanta Girls School

High School

3254 NORTHSIDE PKWY NW, Atlanta, GA 30327

Private

Enrollment

187

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#34 of 433

In Atlanta

#8 of 61

public schools

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Atlanta Girls School

8.0/10

High School in Atlanta · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Atlanta Girls School

Atlanta Girls School is a private high school in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta Girls School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Atlanta Girls School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares1.9 pts above GA schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • GA avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 187 students, Atlanta Girls School 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Atlanta Girls School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Atlanta Girls School 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

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How Atlanta Girls School compares to 72 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
187
This School
vs
860
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 57.2% vs 0%
Black 28.9% vs 0%
Asian 7.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.6% vs 0%
Atlanta Girls School Atlanta Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Atlanta Girls School (this school) 8.0
Atlanta Classical Academy 8.3
Willis A. Sutton Middle School 7.6
North Atlanta High School 8.2
Westside Atlanta Charter School 8.9
Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence 5.4
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy 7.8
Woodson Park Academy School 7.2
John Lewis Invictus Academy 5.8
B.E.S.T Academy 6.8
Hillside Conant School 6.1
Riverwood International Charter School 6.9
Midtown High School 8.3
Centennial Place Academy (Charter) 4.7
Ridgeview Charter School 8.1
KIPP WAYS Academy Charter School 3.9
KIPP Soul Academy 7.7
DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School 3.8
Kittredge Magnet School 8.7
Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy 7.1
Cobb Horizon High School 5.0

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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)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 58%
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 187
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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)

White 57.2%
Black 28.9%
Asian 7.5%
Two or More 4.8%
Hispanic 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3254 NORTHSIDE PKWY NW, Atlanta, GA 30327

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Atlanta Girls School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jackson Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Morris Brandon Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bolton Academy Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ATLANTA SPEECH SCHOOL Atlanta 0.1 mi 7.3
ST ANNE'S DAY SCHOOL Atlanta 0.4 mi
THE WESTMINSTER SCHOOLS Atlanta 0.7 mi 6.8
Morris Brandon Elementary School Atlanta 1.0 mi 9.2
Atlanta Classical Academy Atlanta 0.9 mi 8.3
Willis A. Sutton Middle School Atlanta 1.2 mi 7.6
Jackson Elementary School Atlanta 2.1 mi 9.5
THE LOVETT SCHOOL Atlanta 1.9 mi 5.8
North Atlanta High School Atlanta 2.1 mi 8.2
TRINITY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.3 mi 7.2
HOLY SPIRIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.5 mi 5.7
THE CATHEDRAL PRESCHOOL Atlanta 2.3 mi
Bolton Academy Elementary Atlanta 2.5 mi 8.6
CUMBERLAND ACADEMY OF GEORGIA Atlanta 2.4 mi 7.8
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Atlanta 2.4 mi 5.3
E. Rivers Elementary School Atlanta 2.5 mi 7.9
THE GALLOWAY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.8 mi 6.7
Garden Hills Elementary School Atlanta 2.7 mi 7.8
DA VINCI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 3.0 mi 7.6
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School Atlanta 3.0 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$182,317

Median Home Value

$1,067,200

Median Rent

$1,932/mo

Population

23,307

College Educated

86.7%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

46.6

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Georgia Fugees Academy Charter School Decatur, GA 8.1
Miller County High School Colquitt, GA 7.7
Randolph Clay High School Cuthbert, GA 7.5
Echols County High School Statenville, GA 8.6
OUR LADY OF MERCY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Fayetteville, GA 8.7
Greenville High School Greenville, GA 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Atlanta Girls School

What grades does Atlanta Girls School serve?

Atlanta Girls School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Atlanta Girls School?

Atlanta Girls School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Atlanta Girls School?

The student-teacher ratio at Atlanta Girls School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Atlanta Girls School rank in GA?

Atlanta Girls School ranks #34 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Atlanta Girls School's MySchoolScout rating?

Atlanta Girls School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Atlanta Girls School a private school?

Yes, Atlanta Girls School is a private all-girls school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Atlanta Girls School a religious school?

No, Atlanta Girls School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
187
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
Fulton County

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