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#392 of 433 private schools in GA

Briarwood Academy

School

4859 THOMSON HWY, Warrenton, GA 30828

Private

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Briarwood Academy

4.7/10

School in Warrenton · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About Briarwood Academy

Briarwood Academy is a private school in Warrenton, GA. Briarwood Academy serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Briarwood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #392 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares1.6 pts below GA schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Briarwood 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.

Briarwood Academy 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 Briarwood Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Warrenton, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
This School
vs
11:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
380
This School
vs
215
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.7
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.3% vs 0%
Asian 1.3% vs 0%
Black 1.1% vs 0%
Briarwood Academy Warrenton Public Avg

All Schools in Warrenton

School Rating
Briarwood Academy (this school) 4.7
Freeman Elementary School 5.0
Warren County Middle School 4.2
Warren County High School 7.1

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+ 4.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,188
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 7%
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 380
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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 96.3%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 1.3%
Black 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4859 THOMSON HWY, Warrenton, GA 30828

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Briarwood Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. North Columbia Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Appling), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glascock County Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Gibson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Euchee Creek Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Grovetown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Warrenton, see our Warrenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Maxwell Elementary School Thomson 4.1 mi 6.3
Thomson Elementary School Thomson 4.8 mi 7.1
Norris Elementary School Thomson 6.1 mi 5.8
Freeman Elementary School Warrenton 5.9 mi 5.0
Warren County Middle School Warrenton 5.9 mi 4.2
Warren County High School Warrenton 5.9 mi 7.1
Thomson-McDuffie Middle School Thomson 6.7 mi 4.4
Thomson High School Thomson 6.7 mi 3.9
Glascock County Middle/High School Gibson 13.0 mi 7.3
Glascock County Elementary School Gibson 13.0 mi 8.3
Dearing Elementary School Dearing 11.1 mi 7.3
North Harlem Elementary School Harlem 15.0 mi 6.2
Harlem Middle School Harlem 15.4 mi 5.0
Harlem High School Harlem 15.4 mi 4.7
Wrens Elementary School Wrens 18.1 mi 5.8
North Columbia Elementary School Appling 18.6 mi 9.3
Euchee Creek Elementary School Grovetown 18.2 mi 7.5
Wilkes County Regional Detention Center Washington 20.8 mi
Washington-Wilkes Primary School Washington 22.2 mi 5.0
Washington-Wilkes Elementary School Washington 22.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30828 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,750

Median Home Value

$94,000

Median Rent

$681/mo

Population

3,369

College Educated

12.3%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

22.6%

Median Age

39.2

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BRIDGEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alpharetta, GA 5.0
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JOHN MILLEDGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Milledgeville, GA 5.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Briarwood Academy

What grades does Briarwood Academy serve?

Briarwood Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Briarwood Academy?

Briarwood Academy has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Briarwood Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Briarwood Academy is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Briarwood Academy rank in GA?

Briarwood Academy ranks #392 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Briarwood Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Briarwood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Briarwood Academy a private school?

Yes, Briarwood 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 Briarwood Academy a religious school?

Briarwood Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
380
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Warren County

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