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#294 of 433 private schools in GA

Creekside Christian Academy

School

175 FOSTER DR, Mcdonough, GA 30253

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#294 of 433

In Mcdonough

#4 of 5

public schools

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About Creekside Christian Academy

Creekside Christian Academy is a private school in Mcdonough, GA. Creekside Christian Academy serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Creekside Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.5 pts below GA schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Creekside Christian 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.

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How Creekside Christian Academy compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Mcdonough, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.6:1

This School

17.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

591

This School

959

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

4.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 44.5% vs 0%

White 44.3% vs 0%

Asian 4.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.9% vs 0%

Creekside Christian Academy Mcdonough Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Creekside Christian Academy (this school)	—	591	13.6:1	5.8
Eagle's Landing Middle School	1.4 mi	1,064	18.7:1	2.7
Eagle's Landing High School	1.5 mi	1,657	22.7:1	3.0
Flippen Elementary School	1.9 mi	585	15:1	3.5
Wesley Lakes Elementary School	2.7 mi	787	17.1:1	2.5
Oakland Elementary School	2.7 mi	924	17.8:1	2.3
Walnut Creek Elementary	3.2 mi	753	16:1	2.5
Hickory Flat Elementary School	3.5 mi	560	13.7:1	3.7
EXCEL Academy	4.4 mi	223	12.4:1	5.2
McDonough High School	4.7 mi	1,411	20.2:1	4.0
Union Grove High	5.0 mi	1,643	19.3:1	6.2
McDonough Middle School	5.0 mi	956	20.8:1	2.2
East Lake Elementary	5.3 mi	695	14.8:1	7.1
Union Grove Middle	5.3 mi	1,039	18.9:1	5.8
Tussahaw Elementary	7.6 mi	833	15.1:1	2.7
Timber Ridge Elementary School	8.1 mi	763	17.3:1	6.1
Ola Middle School	9.4 mi	1,083	16.9:1	5.3
Ola High School	9.7 mi	1,652	18.2:1	6.4
Ola Elementary School	10.0 mi	889	15.6:1	5.5
Rock Spring Elementary	13.4 mi	704	15:1	4.8

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

C 3.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,239

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 60%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.3 / 10

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Enrollment 591

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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)

Black 44.5%

White 44.3%

Asian 4.6%

Two or More 3.7%

Hispanic 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

175 FOSTER DR, Mcdonough, GA 30253

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creekside Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Stockbridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mcdonough, see our Mcdonough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcdonough	0.0 mi	591	6.3
Eagle's Landing Middle School Mcdonough	1.4 mi	1,064	2.7
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stockbridge	1.3 mi	421	7.5
Eagle's Landing High School Mcdonough	1.5 mi	1,657	3.0
Flippen Elementary School Mcdonough	1.9 mi	585	3.5
Dutchtown Middle School Hampton	2.1 mi	1,119	3.2
ABLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mcdonough	2.5 mi	50	6.0
Oakland Elementary School Mcdonough	2.7 mi	924	2.3
Dutchtown Elementary School Hampton	2.4 mi	928	4.6
TABERNACLE OF PRAISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcdonough	2.6 mi	23	—
Dutchtown High Hampton	2.5 mi	1,833	5.6
Pate's Creek Elementary School Stockbridge	2.7 mi	504	2.6
Wesley Lakes Elementary School Mcdonough	2.7 mi	787	2.5
BENJAMIN ACADEMY Mcdonough	3.1 mi	12	—
Walnut Creek Elementary Mcdonough	3.2 mi	753	2.5
Hickory Flat Elementary School Mcdonough	3.5 mi	560	3.7
Mount Carmel Elementary School Hampton	3.8 mi	559	5.5
MCDONOUGH METHODIST ACADEMY Mcdonough	4.1 mi	122	6.9
Smith-Barnes Elementary School Stockbridge	5.0 mi	245	3.4
EXCEL Academy Mcdonough	4.4 mi	223	5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,601

Median Home Value

$281,000

Median Rent

$1,627/mo

Population

64,108

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

33.4

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethlehem, GA	627	5.8
DEERFIELD-WINDSOR SCHOOL Albany, GA	510	5.8
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Macon, GA	733	5.8
ST ANNE-PACELLI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbus, GA	672	5.8
SUGAR HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Hill, GA	440	5.8
HOLY SPIRIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Atlanta, GA	391	5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creekside Christian Academy

What grades does Creekside Christian Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Creekside Christian Academy?

Creekside Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Creekside Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Creekside Christian Academy is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Creekside Christian Academy rank in GA?

Creekside Christian Academy ranks #294 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Creekside Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Creekside Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Creekside Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Creekside Christian 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 Creekside Christian Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 28 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 591
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 44
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 177 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Henry County
Phone: (770) 961-9300

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