Needs Improvement
#421 of 433 private schools in GA
Howard Scholars Academy
School
5271 SNAPFINGER WOODS DR, Decatur, GA 30035
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#421 of 433
In Decatur
#11 of 11
public schools
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Howard Scholars Academy
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About Howard Scholars Academy
Howard Scholars Academy is a private school in Decatur, GA. Howard Scholars Academy serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard Scholars Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #421 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, Howard Scholars 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.
Howard Scholars 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 Howard Scholars Academy compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Decatur, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Howard Scholars Academy (this school) | 3.9 |
| Miller Grove Middle School | 2.5 |
| Mary McLeod Bethune Middle School | 4.2 |
| Canby Lane Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Southwest DeKalb High School | 5.3 |
| Rainbow Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Chapel Hill Middle School | 4.8 |
| Chapel Hill Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Bob Mathis Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Narvie Harris Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Towers High School | 3.7 |
| Snapfinger Elementary School | 3.3 |
| DeKalb Preparatory Academy Charter | 5.5 |
| Columbia High School | 4.0 |
| Columbia Middle School | 3.9 |
| Columbia Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Peachcrest Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Oak View Elementary | 4.4 |
| Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers | 8.5 |
| DeKalb Regional Youth Detention Center | — |
| Toney Elementary School | 5.3 |
Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Decatur
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.
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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
5271 SNAPFINGER WOODS DR, Decatur, GA 30035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard Scholars Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lithonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leadership Preparatory Academy (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Lithonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DECATUR ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Stone Mountain), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDREN FOR CHRIST ACADEMY Lithonia | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| TWINS ACADEMY INC AT 3152 Lithonia | 1.0 mi | — |
| SHEKINAH GLORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Decatur | 1.0 mi | — |
| TWINS ACADEMY INC. Lithonia | 1.0 mi | — |
| Fairington Elementary School Lithonia | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Miller Grove Middle School Decatur | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Panola Way Elementary School Lithonia | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School Lithonia | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| DECATUR ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY Stone Mountain | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Miller Grove High School Lithonia | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| WINGS OF A DOVE CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Decatur | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Marbut Elementary School Lithonia | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| EXCELL PREPARATORY CENTER Lithonia | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Salem Middle School Lithonia | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Browns Mill Elementary School Lithonia | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| FLEMING DAY SCHOOL Lithonia | 2.4 mi | — |
| Redan Middle School Lithonia | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Mary McLeod Bethune Middle School Decatur | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Leadership Preparatory Academy Lithonia | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| FIRM FOUNDATION EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Lithonia | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,733
Median Home Value
$217,100
Median Rent
$1,522/mo
Population
22,073
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
36
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| Woody Gap High/Elementary School Suches, GA | 3.8 |
| MABLETON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mableton, GA | 4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard Scholars Academy
What grades does Howard Scholars Academy serve?
Howard Scholars Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Howard Scholars Academy?
Howard Scholars Academy has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard Scholars Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard Scholars Academy is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Howard Scholars Academy rank in GA?
Howard Scholars Academy ranks #421 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Howard Scholars Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard Scholars Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Howard Scholars Academy a private school?
Yes, Howard Scholars Academy 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 Howard Scholars Academy a religious school?
No, Howard Scholars Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (678) 594-3941
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