Very Good
#77 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 18% of private schools
Faith Christian Academy
School
726 GA HWY 24 S, Waynesboro, GA 30830
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#77 of 433
In Waynesboro
#1 of 3
public schools
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Faith Christian Academy
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About Faith Christian Academy
Faith Christian Academy is a private school in Waynesboro, GA. Faith Christian Academy serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Faith Christian 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Faith Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Faith 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Faith Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Waynesboro, GA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Waynesboro
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Faith Christian Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Blakeney Elementary | 5.8 |
| Waynesboro Primary School | 7.8 |
| Burke County High School | 7.0 |
| Burke County Middle School | 5.4 |
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
726 GA HWY 24 S, Waynesboro, GA 30830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Faith Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. EDMUND BURKE ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics (rated 5.0/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Hephzibah), a more accessible option. Additionally, WAYNESBORO MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 4.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waynesboro, see our Waynesboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blakeney Elementary Waynesboro | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Waynesboro Primary School Waynesboro | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Burke County High School Waynesboro | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Burke County Middle School Waynesboro | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| EDMUND BURKE ACADEMY Waynesboro | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| WAYNESBORO MENNONITE SCHOOL Waynesboro | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| McBean Elementary School Hephzibah | 13.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics Hephzibah | 14.1 mi | 5.0 |
| S G A Elementary School Sardis | 13.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Hephzibah Middle School Hephzibah | 17.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Jenkins County High School Millen | 17.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Jenkins County Elementary School Millen | 17.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Jenkins County Middle School Millen | 17.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Hephzibah High School Hephzibah | 17.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Pine Hill Middle School Hephzibah | 18.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Hephzibah Elementary School Hephzibah | 18.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Goshen Elementary School Augusta | 18.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Cross Creek High School Augusta | 19.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Spirit Creek Middle School Hephzibah | 20.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Gracewood Elementary School Augusta | 21.1 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,956
Median Home Value
$145,900
Median Rent
$835/mo
Population
15,073
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
35.3
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|---|---|
| ACTON ACADEMY AT SERENBE Chattahoochee Hills, GA | 7.5 |
| BARNES ACADEMY Hartwell, GA | 7.5 |
| COUNTERPANE SCHOOL Fayetteville, GA | 7.3 |
| CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blackshear, GA | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Faith Christian Academy
What grades does Faith Christian Academy serve?
Faith Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Faith Christian Academy?
Faith Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian Academy is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Faith Christian Academy rank in GA?
Faith Christian Academy ranks #77 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Faith Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Faith Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Faith Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Faith 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 Faith Christian Academy a religious school?
Faith Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Burke County
- Phone
- (706) 554-1577
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