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#216 of 433 private schools in GA

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Darlington School

School

1014 CAVE SPRING RD SW, Rome, GA 30161

Private

Enrollment

711

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#216 of 433

In Rome

#6 of 6

public schools

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Darlington School

6.3/10

School in Rome · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Anna K. Davie Elementary

7.7/10

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7.8/10

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About Darlington School

Darlington School is a private school in Rome, GA. Darlington School serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Darlington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it comparesOn par with GA schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Darlington 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

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How Darlington School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Rome, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
711
This School
vs
655
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72% vs 0%
Asian 13.2% vs 0%
Black 8.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Darlington School Rome Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Darlington School (this school) 6.3
Anna K. Davie Elementary 7.7
East Central Elementary School 7.8
Main Elementary School 7.2
Elm Street Elementary 5.2
Alto Park Elementary School 6.7
Bob Richards Regional Youth Detention Center
West Central Elementary School 6.3
West End Elementary School 7.0
Rome High School 6.2
Rome Middle School 5.2
Garden Lakes Elementary School 8.5
Coosa High School 7.3
Model Elementary School 8.5
Coosa Middle School 6.8
Model Middle School 8.2
Model High 7.7
Johnson Elementary 9.6
Armuchee High School 7.4
Armuchee Primary School 8.3

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)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 46%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Enrollment 711
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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 72.0%
Asian 13.2%
Black 8.9%
Two or More 3.7%
Hispanic 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1014 CAVE SPRING RD SW, Rome, GA 30161

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Darlington School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ROME (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rome, see our Rome schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Anna K. Davie Elementary Rome 1.1 mi 7.7
East Central Elementary School Rome 1.4 mi 7.8
ST MARY SCHOOL Rome 2.0 mi 6.5
THE ACADEMY OF ROME Rome 2.4 mi 6.8
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ROME Rome 2.1 mi 7.5
Main Elementary School Rome 2.8 mi 7.2
Pepperell High School Lindale 3.1 mi 6.2
Elm Street Elementary Rome 3.1 mi 5.2
Pepperell Primary Lindale 3.2 mi 9.3
Bob Richards Regional Youth Detention Center Rome 3.9 mi
West Central Elementary School Rome 3.9 mi 6.3
Pepperell Middle School Lindale 4.1 mi 6.8
Alto Park Elementary School Rome 3.7 mi 6.7
Pepperell Elementary Lindale 4.2 mi 7.4
BERRY COLLEGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Berry 4.5 mi 4.9
West End Elementary School Rome 4.1 mi 7.0
Rome High School Rome 4.6 mi 6.2
Rome Middle School Rome 4.7 mi 5.2
UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome 5.1 mi 7.1
UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome 5.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30161 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,176

Median Home Value

$185,000

Median Rent

$1,006/mo

Population

34,461

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.7%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Darlington School

What grades does Darlington School serve?

Darlington School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Darlington School?

Darlington School has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Darlington School?

The student-teacher ratio at Darlington School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Darlington School rank in GA?

Darlington School ranks #216 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Darlington School's MySchoolScout rating?

Darlington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Darlington School a private school?

Yes, Darlington 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 Darlington School a religious school?

No, Darlington School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
711
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Floyd County

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