Excellent
#19 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 4% of private schools
Hancock Day School
Elementary School
6600 HOWARD FOSS DR, Savannah, GA 31406
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#19 of 433
In Savannah
#1 of 19
public schools
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Hancock Day School
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About Hancock Day School
Hancock Day School is a private elementary school in Savannah, GA. Hancock Day School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hancock Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Hancock Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hancock Day 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
BetaHow Hancock Day School compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Savannah, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hancock Day School (this school) | 8.3 |
| Oglethorpe Charter School | 4.2 |
| School of Humanities at Juliette Gordon Low | 4.8 |
| UHS of Savannah Coastal Harbor Treatment Center | 5.5 |
| Isle of Hope School | 4.3 |
| Myers Middle School | 2.2 |
| Heard Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Hodge Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Hesse School | 4.6 |
| The STEM Academy at Bartlett | 9.2 |
| Jacob G. Smith Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Ellis Elementary School | 6.0 |
| White Bluff Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Haven Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Savannah Classical Academy Charter School | 9.8 |
| Shuman Elementary School | 5.4 |
| DeRenne Middle School | 3.4 |
| Savannah-Chatham E-Learning Academy | 5.2 |
| Andrea B Williams Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Susie King Taylor Community School | 7.7 |
| Coastal Middle School | 7.4 |
Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Savannah
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
6600 HOWARD FOSS DR, Savannah, GA 31406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hancock Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jacob G. Smith Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Heard Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Savannah, see our Savannah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oglethorpe Charter School Savannah | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JOHN ACADEMY Savannah | 1.0 mi | — |
| Jenkins High School Savannah | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| School of Humanities at Juliette Gordon Low Savannah | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| BENEDICTINE MILITARY SCHOOL Savannah | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Isle of Hope School Savannah | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Myers Middle School Savannah | 1.9 mi | 2.2 |
| UHS of Savannah Coastal Harbor Treatment Center Savannah | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Johnson High School Savannah | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Savannah | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Heard Elementary School Savannah | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| CALVARY DAY SCHOOL Savannah | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| CHATHAM ACADEMY Savannah | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE ASHTIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Savannah | 2.6 mi | — |
| THE HABERSHAM SCHOOL Savannah | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| RAMBAM DAY SCHOOL Savannah | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Hesse School Savannah | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Jacob G. Smith Elementary School Savannah | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| SAVANNAH HONOR ACADEMY Savannah | 2.8 mi | — |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Savannah | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,084
Median Home Value
$260,800
Median Rent
$1,340/mo
Population
34,649
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Armuchee Primary School Rome, GA | 8.3 |
| D.E.L.T.A. STEAM Academy Lithia Springs, GA | 8.3 |
| Glascock County Elementary School Gibson, GA | 8.3 |
| Hembree Springs Elementary School Roswell, GA | 8.3 |
| Ila Elementary School Ila, GA | 8.3 |
| Laurel Ridge Elementary School Decatur, GA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hancock Day School
What grades does Hancock Day School serve?
Hancock Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hancock Day School?
Hancock Day School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hancock Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hancock Day School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hancock Day School rank in GA?
Hancock Day School ranks #19 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Hancock Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hancock Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hancock Day School a private school?
Yes, Hancock Day 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 Hancock Day School a religious school?
No, Hancock Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chatham County
- Phone
- (912) 351-4500
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