Below Average
#393 of 433 private schools in GA
Calvary Day School
School
4625 WATERS AVE, Savannah, GA 31404
Enrollment
971
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
971
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#393 of 433
In Savannah
#18 of 19
public schools
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About Calvary Day School
Calvary Day School is a private school in Savannah, GA. Calvary Day School serves approximately 971 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Calvary Day 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
BetaHow Calvary Day School compares to 49 public schools serving similar grades in Savannah, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Calvary Day School (this school) | 4.7 |
| Jacob G. Smith Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Savannah Arts Academy | 8.5 |
| School of Humanities at Juliette Gordon Low | 4.8 |
| Ellis Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Jenkins High School | 5.6 |
| Heard Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Myers Middle School | 2.2 |
| UHS of Savannah Coastal Harbor Treatment Center | 5.5 |
| DeRenne Middle School | 3.4 |
| Hodge Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Savannah-Chatham E-Learning Academy | 5.2 |
| Savannah Classical Academy Charter High School | 9.3 |
| Savannah Classical Academy Charter School | 9.8 |
| Haven Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Susie King Taylor Community School | 7.7 |
| Beach High School | 5.3 |
| Johnson High School | 6.6 |
| Andrea B Williams Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Hubert Middle School | 3.7 |
| Shuman Elementary School | 5.4 |
Showing 20 of 49 schools. View all schools in Savannah
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
4625 WATERS AVE, Savannah, GA 31404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calvary Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE HABERSHAM SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UHS of Savannah Coastal Harbor Treatment Center (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, School of Humanities at Juliette Gordon Low (rated 4.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Savannah, see our Savannah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE HABERSHAM SCHOOL Savannah | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Jacob G. Smith Elementary School Savannah | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Savannah Arts Academy Savannah | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Ellis Elementary School Savannah | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| School of Humanities at Juliette Gordon Low Savannah | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Jenkins High School Savannah | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| SAVANNAH HONOR ACADEMY Savannah | 0.9 mi | — |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Savannah | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| GRACE ASHTIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Savannah | 1.0 mi | — |
| RAMBAM DAY SCHOOL Savannah | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Heard Elementary School Savannah | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Mercer Middle School Garden City | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| UHS of Savannah Coastal Harbor Treatment Center Savannah | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOHN ACADEMY Savannah | 1.4 mi | — |
| BENEDICTINE MILITARY SCHOOL Savannah | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Myers Middle School Savannah | 1.4 mi | 2.2 |
| RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY Savannah | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY Savannah | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Savannah Classical Academy Charter High School Savannah | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Savannah Classical Academy Charter School Savannah | 1.8 mi | 9.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,805
Median Home Value
$193,100
Median Rent
$1,199/mo
Population
30,749
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MT. BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Marietta, GA | 4.8 |
| School of Humanities at Juliette Gordon Low Savannah, GA | 4.8 |
| HEBRON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dacula, GA | 4.9 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roswell, GA | 5.0 |
| Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics Hephzibah, GA | 5.0 |
| BULLOCH ACADEMY Statesboro, GA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calvary Day School
What grades does Calvary Day School serve?
Calvary Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Calvary Day School?
Calvary Day School has an enrollment of approximately 971 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Day School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Calvary Day School rank in GA?
Calvary Day School ranks #393 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Calvary Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Calvary Day School 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 Calvary Day School a private school?
Yes, Calvary Day School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Calvary Day School a religious school?
Calvary Day School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 971
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Chatham County
- Phone
- (912) 644-5080
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