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#265 of 433 private schools in GA

Capstone Academy Atlanta

High School

1934 CLIFF VALLEY WAY NE, Atlanta, GA 30329

Private

Enrollment

141

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#265 of 433

In Atlanta

#41 of 61

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Capstone Academy Atlanta

6.0/10

High School in Atlanta · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Capstone Academy Atlanta

Capstone Academy Atlanta is a private high school in Atlanta, GA. Capstone Academy Atlanta serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Capstone Academy Atlanta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it comparesOn par with GA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • GA avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 141 students, Capstone Academy Atlanta 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Capstone Academy Atlanta sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Capstone Academy Atlanta 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 Capstone Academy Atlanta compares to 134 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
141
This School
vs
686
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.9% vs 0%
Black 3.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.8% vs 0%
Asian 0.7% vs 0%
Capstone Academy Atlanta Atlanta Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Capstone Academy Atlanta (this school) 6.0
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School 4.3
Kittredge Magnet School 8.7
Sagamore Hills Elementary School 8.6
Briar Vista Elementary School 7.9
Oak Grove Elementary School 9.2
GLOBE Academy Charter School I 9.2
Lakeside High School 5.8
Ashford Park Elementary School 8.9
DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School 3.8
Druid Hills High School 6.2
Morningside Elementary School 9.3
Garden Hills Elementary School 7.8
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School 8.0
Hawthorne Elementary School 5.9
Hillside Conant School 6.1
E. Rivers Elementary School 7.9
Fernbank Elementary School 7.8
UHS of Laurel Heights 6.1
Henderson Mill Elementary School 5.2
Springdale Park Elementary School 9.5

Showing 20 of 134 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- 8.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.2 / 10
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School Day Length 4.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 576
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 13%
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 141
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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 92.9%
Black 3.5%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1934 CLIFF VALLEY WAY NE, Atlanta, GA 30329

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Capstone Academy Atlanta may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL OF ATLANTA (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BEN FRANKLIN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TEMIMA, THE RICHARD AND JEAN KATZ HIGH SCHOOL FOR (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ATLANTA MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 0.1 mi 7.2
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Atlanta 0.3 mi 6.3
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School Atlanta 0.4 mi 4.3
Kittredge Magnet School Atlanta 0.6 mi 8.7
YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL OF ATLANTA Atlanta 0.8 mi 6.9
Montclair Elementary School Brookhaven 0.9 mi 2.5
Woodward Elementary School Brookhaven 0.9 mi 5.5
ANNUNCIATION DAY SCHOOL Atlanta 0.9 mi 7.6
MIDTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 1.0 mi 8.6
Cross Keys High School Brookhaven 1.0 mi 3.7
CLIFF VALLEY SCHOOL Atlanta 1.0 mi 8.4
MORAH CAROLS PLACE Atlanta 1.1 mi
TEMIMA, THE RICHARD AND JEAN KATZ HIGH SCHOOL FOR Atlanta 1.3 mi 6.6
Sagamore Hills Elementary School Atlanta 1.2 mi 8.6
TORAH DAY SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Atlanta 1.5 mi 5.4
John Robert Lewis Elementary School Brookhaven 2.0 mi 7.2
Briar Vista Elementary School Atlanta 1.9 mi 7.9
CARLISLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF BUCKHEAD Atlanta 2.0 mi
Oak Grove Elementary School Atlanta 2.0 mi 9.2
BEN FRANKLIN ACADEMY Atlanta 2.5 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30329 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,968

Median Home Value

$483,700

Median Rent

$1,748/mo

Population

27,022

College Educated

59.5%

Homeownership

27.3%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

30.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bishop Hall Charter School Thomasville, GA 6.0
SORA SCHOOLS Atlanta, GA 5.8
Metter College and Career Academy Metter, GA 5.6
WILLIAM & REED ACADEMY Johns Creek, GA 6.7
Stewart County High School Lumpkin, GA 6.8
BEN FRANKLIN ACADEMY Atlanta, GA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Capstone Academy Atlanta

What grades does Capstone Academy Atlanta serve?

Capstone Academy Atlanta serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Capstone Academy Atlanta?

Capstone Academy Atlanta has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Capstone Academy Atlanta?

The student-teacher ratio at Capstone Academy Atlanta is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Capstone Academy Atlanta rank in GA?

Capstone Academy Atlanta ranks #265 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Capstone Academy Atlanta's MySchoolScout rating?

Capstone Academy Atlanta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Capstone Academy Atlanta a private school?

Yes, Capstone Academy Atlanta 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 Capstone Academy Atlanta a religious school?

No, Capstone Academy Atlanta is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
141
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
4.8 hours
Days Per Year
120 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County

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