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#169 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 39% of private schools
Atlanta Youth Academy
Elementary School
2120 FORREST PARK RD SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#169 of 433
In Atlanta
#33 of 61
public schools
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Atlanta Youth Academy
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About Atlanta Youth Academy
Atlanta Youth Academy is a private elementary school in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta Youth Academy serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Atlanta Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 119 students, Atlanta Youth 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 7.9:1 students to teachers, Atlanta Youth Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Atlanta Youth 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 Atlanta Youth Academy compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
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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
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2120 FORREST PARK RD SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Atlanta Youth Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkside Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Vision Primary Charter School (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Benteen Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30315 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,383
Median Home Value
$266,200
Median Rent
$989/mo
Population
35,221
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
42.7%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
31%
Median Age
35.6
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|---|---|
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peachtree City, GA | 6.7 |
| ARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Decatur, GA | 6.8 |
| CROSSROADS BAPTIST SCHOOL Valdosta, GA | 6.8 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brunswick, GA | 6.8 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Statesboro, GA | 6.6 |
| EAST COBB CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marietta, GA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Atlanta Youth Academy
What grades does Atlanta Youth Academy serve?
Atlanta Youth Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Atlanta Youth Academy?
Atlanta Youth Academy has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Atlanta Youth Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Atlanta Youth Academy is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Atlanta Youth Academy rank in GA?
Atlanta Youth Academy ranks #169 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Atlanta Youth Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Atlanta Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Atlanta Youth Academy a private school?
Yes, Atlanta Youth Academy 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 Atlanta Youth Academy a religious school?
Atlanta Youth Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fulton County
- Phone
- (404) 924-2680
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