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#84 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 19% of private schools

Atlanta Speech School

Elementary School

3160 NORTHSIDE PKWY NW, Atlanta, GA 30327

Private

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

5.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#84 of 433

In Atlanta

#18 of 61

public schools

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Atlanta Speech School

7.3/10

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About Atlanta Speech School

Atlanta Speech School is a private elementary school in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta Speech School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Atlanta Speech School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.8 pts above GA schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 5.2:1 students to teachers, Atlanta Speech School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Atlanta Speech 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 Speech School compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.2:1
This School
vs
12.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
216
This School
vs
590
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.1% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.2% vs 0%
Asian 1.9% vs 0%
Atlanta Speech School Atlanta Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Atlanta Speech School (this school) 7.3
Atlanta Classical Academy 8.3
Morris Brandon Elementary School 9.2
Willis A. Sutton Middle School 7.6
Jackson Elementary School 9.5
E. Rivers Elementary School 7.9
Bolton Academy Elementary 8.6
Garden Hills Elementary School 7.8
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School 8.0
Westside Atlanta Charter School 8.9
William J. Scott Elementary School 5.8
William M.Boyd Elementary School 4.1
Heards Ferry Elementary School 9.6
Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence 5.4
Hillside Conant School 6.1
Woodson Park Academy School 7.2
John Lewis Invictus Academy 5.8
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy 7.8
B.E.S.T Academy 6.8
High Point Elementary School 7.5
Morningside Elementary School 9.3

Showing 20 of 120 schools. View all schools in Atlanta

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 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,206
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 26%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 216
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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 86.1%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 4.2%
Two or More 3.7%
Asian 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3160 NORTHSIDE PKWY NW, Atlanta, GA 30327

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Atlanta Speech School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jackson Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Morris Brandon Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bolton Academy Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ATLANTA GIRLS SCHOOL Atlanta 0.1 mi 8.0
ST ANNE'S DAY SCHOOL Atlanta 0.2 mi
Morris Brandon Elementary School Atlanta 0.9 mi 9.2
THE WESTMINSTER SCHOOLS Atlanta 0.8 mi 6.8
Atlanta Classical Academy Atlanta 0.9 mi 8.3
Willis A. Sutton Middle School Atlanta 1.1 mi 7.6
Jackson Elementary School Atlanta 2.2 mi 9.5
THE LOVETT SCHOOL Atlanta 2.1 mi 5.8
North Atlanta High School Atlanta 2.2 mi 8.2
THE CATHEDRAL PRESCHOOL Atlanta 2.1 mi
TRINITY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.4 mi 7.2
HOLY SPIRIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.6 mi 5.7
CUMBERLAND ACADEMY OF GEORGIA Atlanta 2.3 mi 7.8
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Atlanta 2.3 mi 5.3
E. Rivers Elementary School Atlanta 2.4 mi 7.9
Bolton Academy Elementary Atlanta 2.5 mi 8.6
THE GALLOWAY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.9 mi 6.7
Garden Hills Elementary School Atlanta 2.6 mi 7.8
DA VINCI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 2.9 mi 7.6
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School Atlanta 2.9 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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Beecher Hills Elementary School Atlanta, GA 7.2
DeKalb Brilliance Academy Atlanta, GA 7.2
Screven Elementary School Screven, GA 7.4
Wilkinson County Primary School Irwinton, GA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Atlanta Speech School

What grades does Atlanta Speech School serve?

Atlanta Speech School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Atlanta Speech School?

Atlanta Speech School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Atlanta Speech School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Atlanta Speech School rank in GA?

Atlanta Speech School ranks #84 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Atlanta Speech School's MySchoolScout rating?

Atlanta Speech School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Atlanta Speech School a private school?

Yes, Atlanta Speech School is a private coeducational 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 Speech School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
216
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Fulton County

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