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#354 of 433 private schools in GA

Georgia-cumberland Academy

High School

397 ACADEMY DR SW, Calhoun, GA 30701

Private

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#354 of 433

In Calhoun

#2 of 2

public schools

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Georgia-cumberland Academy

5.2/10

High School in Calhoun · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Georgia-cumberland Academy

Georgia-cumberland Academy is a private high school in Calhoun, GA. Georgia-cumberland Academy serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgia-cumberland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #354 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.9 pts below GA schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • GA avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Georgia-cumberland 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.

Georgia-cumberland Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Georgia-cumberland Academy compares to the 12 public schools in Calhoun, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
303
This School
vs
773
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 42.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 23.1% vs 0%
Black 19.1% vs 0%
Asian 3.6% vs 0%
Georgia-cumberland Academy Calhoun Public Avg

All Schools in Calhoun

School Rating
Georgia-cumberland Academy (this school) 5.2
Calhoun Middle School 5.9
Calhoun High School 6.9
Calhoun Primary School 6.0
Calhoun Elementary School 6.0
Calhoun Early Learning Academy 4.7
Belwood Elementary School 6.9
Ashworth Middle School 5.8
Gordon Central High School 6.3
Sonoraville Elementary 8.0
Sonoraville High School 6.7
Red Bud Middle School 7.6
Red Bud Elementary School 6.5

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)
C- 1.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 71%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 303
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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 42.9%
Hispanic 23.1%
Black 19.1%
Two or More 11.2%
Asian 3.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

397 ACADEMY DR SW, Calhoun, GA 30701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Georgia-cumberland Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Model High (rated 7.7/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Rome), which scores notably higher. Another option is Calhoun High School (rated 6.9/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gordon Central High School (rated 6.3/10, 6.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Calhoun, see our Calhoun schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.1 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN L COBLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Calhoun 0.1 mi 6.1
Swain Elementary School Plainville 2.1 mi 7.4
Calhoun Middle School Calhoun 4.4 mi 5.9
Calhoun High School Calhoun 4.4 mi 6.9
Calhoun Primary School Calhoun 5.3 mi 6.0
Calhoun Elementary School Calhoun 5.3 mi 6.0
Calhoun Early Learning Academy Calhoun 5.8 mi 4.7
Belwood Elementary School Calhoun 6.1 mi 6.9
Ashworth Middle School Calhoun 6.7 mi 5.8
Gordon Central High School Calhoun 6.7 mi 6.3
Tolbert Elementary School Resaca 7.8 mi 6.4
Adairsville Elementary School Adairsville 8.2 mi 6.5
LIVING WAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Adairsville 8.1 mi
Adairsville High School Adairsville 10.5 mi 6.1
Armuchee Elementary School Armuchee 9.9 mi 7.9
Adairsville Middle School Adairsville 10.9 mi 6.0
Model High Rome 11.6 mi 7.7
Model Middle School Rome 11.7 mi 8.2
Model Elementary School Rome 11.7 mi 8.5
Armuchee Primary School Rome 11.1 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,075

Median Home Value

$210,900

Median Rent

$841/mo

Population

43,078

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Georgia-cumberland Academy

What grades does Georgia-cumberland Academy serve?

Georgia-cumberland Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Georgia-cumberland Academy?

Georgia-cumberland Academy has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgia-cumberland Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Georgia-cumberland Academy is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Georgia-cumberland Academy rank in GA?

Georgia-cumberland Academy ranks #354 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Georgia-cumberland Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Georgia-cumberland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Georgia-cumberland Academy a private school?

Yes, Georgia-cumberland Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Georgia-cumberland Academy a religious school?

Georgia-cumberland Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
303
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Gordon County

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