Below Average
#401 of 433 private schools in GA
Children for Christ Academy
Elementary School
2637 PANOLA RD, Lithonia, GA 30058
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#401 of 433
In Lithonia
#3 of 4
public schools
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Children for Christ Academy
Elementary School in Lithonia · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Children for Christ Academy
Children for Christ Academy is a private elementary school in Lithonia, GA. Children for Christ Academy serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Children for Christ Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #401 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Children for Christ 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 8:1 students to teachers, Children for Christ Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Children for Christ 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 Children for Christ Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Lithonia, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Children for Christ Academy (this school) | 4.6 |
| Fairington Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Panola Way Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Marbut Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Leadership Preparatory Academy | 6.3 |
| Browns Mill Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Stoneview Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Redan Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Flat Rock Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Shadow Rock Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Princeton Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Murphey Candler Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Rock Chapel Elementary School | 4.1 |
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
2637 PANOLA RD, Lithonia, GA 30058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Children for Christ Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leadership Preparatory Academy (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DECATUR ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Stone Mountain), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lithonia, see our Lithonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOWARD SCHOLARS ACADEMY Decatur | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SHEKINAH GLORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Decatur | 0.8 mi | — |
| Fairington Elementary School Lithonia | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Panola Way Elementary School Lithonia | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| TWINS ACADEMY INC AT 3152 Lithonia | 1.2 mi | — |
| Miller Grove High School Lithonia | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| TWINS ACADEMY INC. Lithonia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Miller Grove Middle School Decatur | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| DECATUR ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY Stone Mountain | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Marbut Elementary School Lithonia | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School Lithonia | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| WINGS OF A DOVE CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Decatur | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Redan Middle School Lithonia | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Leadership Preparatory Academy Lithonia | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Salem Middle School Lithonia | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| EXCELL PREPARATORY CENTER Lithonia | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| FIRM FOUNDATION EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Lithonia | 2.3 mi | — |
| FLEMING DAY SCHOOL Lithonia | 2.5 mi | — |
| THE WHITAKER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lithonia | 2.4 mi | — |
| MILLER'S MILITARY ACADEMY Lithonia | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,633
Median Home Value
$221,200
Median Rent
$1,478/mo
Population
63,421
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
38.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EXCELL PREPARATORY CENTER Lithonia, GA | 4.7 |
| GROWING MINDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville, GA | 5.0 |
| JOHNSON'S LEARNING CENTER Atlanta, GA | 5.0 |
| CONYERS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Conyers, GA | 4.0 |
| NEWNAN PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Newnan, GA | 4.0 |
| CONYERS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Conyers, GA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Children for Christ Academy
What grades does Children for Christ Academy serve?
Children for Christ Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Children for Christ Academy?
Children for Christ Academy has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Children for Christ Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Children for Christ Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Children for Christ Academy rank in GA?
Children for Christ Academy ranks #401 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Children for Christ Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Children for Christ Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Children for Christ Academy a private school?
Yes, Children for Christ 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 Children for Christ Academy a religious school?
Children for Christ Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (770) 981-0039
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