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#252 of 433 private schools in GA

Friendship Christian School Upper School

School

3160 OLD ATLANTA RD, Suwanee, GA 30024

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#252 of 433

In Suwanee

#6 of 6

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About Friendship Christian School Upper School

Friendship Christian School Upper School is a private school in Suwanee, GA. Friendship Christian School Upper School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Christian School Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it comparesOn par with GA schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Friendship Christian School Upper 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.

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How Friendship Christian School Upper School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Suwanee, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

This School

15.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

240

This School

1,459

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

8.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 75.4% vs 0%

Asian 16.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.2% vs 0%

Black 3.8% vs 0%

Friendship Christian School Upper School Suwanee Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Friendship Christian School Upper School (this school)	—	240	12:1	6.1
Lambert High School	0.7 mi	3,201	20.1:1	7.7
Sharon Elementary School	1.0 mi	871	15.8:1	8.7
Riverwatch Middle School	2.6 mi	1,513	18.5:1	8.0
Settles Bridge Elementary School	2.8 mi	818	15.7:1	8.5
Riverside Elementary School	3.3 mi	963	14.6:1	9.5
Johns Creek Elementary	3.4 mi	958	16.8:1	8.6
North Gwinnett High School	4.8 mi	3,067	18.6:1	7.7
Level Creek Elementary School	5.3 mi	1,077	14.8:1	9.5
Roberts Elementary School	6.3 mi	1,003	15.2:1	9.2
Suwanee Elementary School	6.9 mi	651	12.8:1	9.4
Burnette Elementary School	7.4 mi	700	13.2:1	8.9
Parsons Elementary School	7.4 mi	874	12.7:1	9.2
Peachtree Ridge High School	7.6 mi	3,304	18.3:1	6.4
Northbrook Middle School	8.5 mi	932	15.8:1	8.8
Walnut Grove Elementary School	9.7 mi	810	12.5:1	8.7
Collins Hill High School	9.8 mi	2,605	16.8:1	6.0

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+ 4.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 40%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 240

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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 75.4%

Asian 16.7%

Hispanic 4.2%

Black 3.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3160 OLD ATLANTA RD, Suwanee, GA 30024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Friendship Christian School Upper School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PINECREST ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Cumming), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Suwanee, see our Suwanee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suwanee	0.0 mi	229	7.3
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suwanee	0.0 mi	238	6.2
South Forsyth Middle School Cumming	0.5 mi	1,395	7.9
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT SHARON SPRINGS Cumming	0.7 mi	129	9.4
Lambert High School Suwanee	0.7 mi	3,201	7.7
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Suwanee	1.0 mi	10	—
Sharon Elementary School Suwanee	1.0 mi	871	8.7
Big Creek Elementary School Cumming	1.5 mi	661	9.0
OMEGA LEARNING CENTER - SOUTH FORSYTH Cumming	1.6 mi	6	—
Daves Creek Elementary School Cumming	2.0 mi	1,016	8.5
PINECREST ACADEMY Cumming	2.2 mi	414	7.4
Brookwood Elementary Cumming	2.1 mi	855	8.4
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming	2.8 mi	13	—
Shiloh Point Elementary Cumming	2.8 mi	1,069	8.0
KIDS 'R' KIDS #21 Suwanee	3.0 mi	5	—
South Forsyth High School Cumming	3.0 mi	2,508	7.4
Riverwatch Middle School Suwanee	2.6 mi	1,513	8.0
Piney Grove Middle School Cumming	2.9 mi	1,054	8.1
Settles Bridge Elementary School Suwanee	2.8 mi	818	8.5
FIDELES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cumming	3.4 mi	371	5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,918

Median Home Value

$491,400

Median Rent

$1,872/mo

Population

85,106

College Educated

62.7%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

39.9

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
HARVESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville, GA	278	6.1
FIRST ACADEMY Douglas, GA	146	6.0
SKIPSTONE ACADEMY WESTWOOD CAMPUS Thomaston, GA	208	6.0
THE FOREST SCHOOL: AN ACTON ACADEMY Fayetteville, GA	148	6.0
CITIZENS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglas, GA	237	6.2
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suwanee, GA	238	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Friendship Christian School Upper School

What grades does Friendship Christian School Upper School serve?

Friendship Christian School Upper School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Friendship Christian School Upper School?

Friendship Christian School Upper School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Christian School Upper School?

The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Christian School Upper School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Friendship Christian School Upper School rank in GA?

Friendship Christian School Upper School ranks #252 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Friendship Christian School Upper School's MySchoolScout rating?

Friendship Christian School Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Friendship Christian School Upper School a private school?

Yes, Friendship Christian School Upper School 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 Friendship Christian School Upper School a religious school?

Friendship Christian School Upper School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 20 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 240
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Teachers (FTE): 20
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Forsyth County
Phone: (678) 845-0718

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