Very Good
#65 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 15% of private schools
Barnes Academy
School
154 HART SERVICE RD, Hartwell, GA 30643
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#65 of 433
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Barnes Academy
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About Barnes Academy
Barnes Academy is a private school in Hartwell, GA. Barnes Academy serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Barnes Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Barnes 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, Barnes Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Barnes 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 Barnes Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Hartwell, GA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hartwell
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnes Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| Hart County Middle School | 6.3 |
| Hart County High School | 6.4 |
| Hartwell Elementary School | 6.1 |
| South Hart Elementary School | 7.2 |
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
154 HART SERVICE RD, Hartwell, GA 30643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barnes Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Townville Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Townville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Starr Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Starr), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Elbert County Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Elberton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hartwell, see our Hartwell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hart County Middle School Hartwell | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Hart County High School Hartwell | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Hartwell Elementary School Hartwell | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| South Hart Elementary School Hartwell | 5.0 mi | 7.2 |
| North Hart Elementary School Bowersville | 6.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Starr-Iva Middle Starr | 9.6 mi | 5.5 |
| McLees Elementary Anderson | 12.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Starr Elementary Starr | 11.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Crescent High Iva | 11.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Elbert County Primary School Elberton | 14.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Townville Elementary Townville | 15.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Lavonia Elementary School Lavonia | 13.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Paul J. Blackwell Learning Center Elberton | 15.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Royston Elementary School Royston | 13.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Elbert County Elementary School Elberton | 16.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Elbert County High School Elberton | 16.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Elbert County Middle School Elberton | 16.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Varennes Elementary Anderson | 14.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Iva Elementary Iva | 14.0 mi | 7.8 |
| New Prospect Elementary Anderson | 15.4 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,145
Median Home Value
$225,900
Median Rent
$781/mo
Population
16,520
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
49
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|---|---|
| ACTON ACADEMY AT SERENBE Chattahoochee Hills, GA | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ROME Rome, GA | 7.5 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesboro, GA | 7.4 |
| CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blackshear, GA | 7.3 |
| SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL OF GWINNETT Lawrenceville, GA | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barnes Academy
What grades does Barnes Academy serve?
Barnes Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Barnes Academy?
Barnes Academy has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barnes Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Barnes 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 Barnes Academy rank in GA?
Barnes Academy ranks #65 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Barnes Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Barnes Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Barnes Academy a private school?
Yes, Barnes 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 Barnes Academy a religious school?
Barnes Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hart County
- Phone
- (706) 377-3856
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