Excellent
#15 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 3% of private schools
Cliff Valley School
Elementary School
2426 CLAIRMONT RD NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#15 of 433
In Atlanta
#3 of 61
public schools
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Cliff Valley School
Elementary School in Atlanta · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cliff Valley School
Cliff Valley School is a private elementary school in Atlanta, GA. Cliff Valley School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cliff Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, Cliff Valley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cliff Valley 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 Cliff Valley School compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cliff Valley School (this school) | 8.4 |
| Sagamore Hills Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Margaret Harris Comprehensive School | 4.3 |
| Kittredge Magnet School | 8.7 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School | 9.2 |
| GLOBE Academy Charter School I | 9.2 |
| Briar Vista Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Morningside Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Fernbank Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Ashford Park Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Henderson Mill Elementary School | 5.2 |
| DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School | 3.8 |
| UHS of Laurel Heights | 6.1 |
| Garden Hills Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Hillside Conant School | 6.1 |
| Springdale Park Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Mary Lin Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School | 8.0 |
| E. Rivers Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Doraville United Elementary School | 7.7 |
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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
2426 CLAIRMONT RD NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cliff Valley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Grove Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GLOBE Academy Charter School I (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sagamore Hills Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATION DAY SCHOOL Atlanta | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Sagamore Hills Elementary School Atlanta | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Margaret Harris Comprehensive School Atlanta | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Atlanta | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL OF ATLANTA Atlanta | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ATLANTA MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| CAPSTONE ACADEMY ATLANTA Atlanta | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| TORAH DAY SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Atlanta | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Kittredge Magnet School Atlanta | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| TEMIMA, THE RICHARD AND JEAN KATZ HIGH SCHOOL FOR Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Coralwood Education Center Decatur | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Montclair Elementary School Brookhaven | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| ARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Decatur | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MIDTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| GLOBE Academy Charter School I Atlanta | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Lakeside High School Atlanta | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| International Community School Decatur | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ACADEMY Atlanta | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Woodward Elementary School Brookhaven | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Chattahoochee County Education Center Cusseta, GA | 8.4 |
| Cohutta Elementary School Cohutta, GA | 8.4 |
| Elm Street Elementary School Newnan, GA | 8.4 |
| Hickory Hills Elementary School Marietta, GA | 8.4 |
| Kingsland Elementary School Kingsland, GA | 8.4 |
| Pine Log Elementary Rydal, GA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cliff Valley School
What grades does Cliff Valley School serve?
Cliff Valley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Cliff Valley School?
Cliff Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cliff Valley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cliff Valley School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cliff Valley School rank in GA?
Cliff Valley School ranks #15 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Cliff Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cliff Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cliff Valley School a private school?
Yes, Cliff Valley School 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 Cliff Valley School a religious school?
No, Cliff Valley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (678) 302-1302
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