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#157 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 36% of private schools
John Hancock Academy
School
1100 LINTON RD, Sparta, GA 31087
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#157 of 433
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John Hancock Academy
School in Sparta · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Hancock Academy
John Hancock Academy is a private school in Sparta, GA. John Hancock Academy serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. John Hancock Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, John Hancock 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 7:1 students to teachers, John Hancock Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
John Hancock 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 John Hancock Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Sparta, GA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sparta
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Hancock Academy (this school) | 6.7 |
| Lewis Elementary School | 4.4 |
| Hancock Central High School | 6.1 |
| Hancock Central Middle School | 3.9 |
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
1100 LINTON RD, Sparta, GA 31087
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Hancock Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Taliaferro County School (rated 7.5/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Crawfordville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BRENTWOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Sandersville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NATHANAEL GREENE ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Siloam), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sparta, see our Sparta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis Elementary School Sparta | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Hancock Central High School Sparta | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Hancock Central Middle School Sparta | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| GOSHEN HEBREW ACADEMY AT TEMPLE KEFARYM Sparta | 8.1 mi | — |
| NATHANAEL GREENE ACADEMY Siloam | 19.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Taliaferro County School Crawfordville | 20.8 mi | 7.5 |
| T. J. Elder Middle School Sandersville | 20.1 mi | 4.5 |
| BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Sandersville | 20.4 mi | 6.9 |
| JOHN MILLEDGE ACADEMY Milledgeville | 18.5 mi | 3.7 |
| JOHN MILLEDGE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Milledgeville | 18.5 mi | 5.5 |
| JOHN MILLEDGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Milledgeville | 18.5 mi | 5.1 |
| E.B.L.A. H.S. ACADEMY Milledgeville | 19.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Millegeville ITU Milledgeville | 20.3 mi | — |
| Warren County Middle School Warrenton | 20.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Warren County High School Warrenton | 20.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Freeman Elementary School Warrenton | 20.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Washington County High School Sandersville | 22.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Lakeview Academy Milledgeville | 20.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Baldwin High School Milledgeville | 21.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Oak Hill MS Milledgeville | 21.0 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,673
Median Home Value
$88,100
Median Rent
$671/mo
Population
8,679
College Educated
7.7%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
35.6 min
Poverty Rate
33.3%
Median Age
49
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BASIX KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Decatur, GA | 6.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus, GA | 6.7 |
| PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oxford, GA | 6.7 |
| LAUREL HEIGHTS ACADEMY (HOSPITAL) Atlanta, GA | 6.8 |
| NATHANAEL GREENE ACADEMY Siloam, GA | 6.8 |
| MOHAMMED SCHOOLS OF ATLANTA Atlanta, GA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Hancock Academy
What grades does John Hancock Academy serve?
John Hancock Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend John Hancock Academy?
John Hancock Academy has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Hancock Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at John Hancock Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does John Hancock Academy rank in GA?
John Hancock Academy ranks #157 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is John Hancock Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
John Hancock Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is John Hancock Academy a private school?
Yes, John Hancock 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 John Hancock Academy a religious school?
John Hancock 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
- 112
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hancock County
- Phone
- (706) 444-6470
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