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#156 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 36% of private schools

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)

School

934 BRIARCLIFF RD NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

1st – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#156 of 433

In Atlanta

#30 of 61

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About Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) is a private school in Atlanta, GA. Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.5 pts above GA schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 87 students, Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) 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.

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) 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

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How Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) compares to 138 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.9:1

This School

12.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

679

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

6.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 52.9% vs 0%

Black 43.7% vs 0%

Asian 2.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) Atlanta Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) (this school)	—	87	10.9:1	6.8
UHS of Laurel Heights	0.1 mi	52	6.5:1	6.1
Springdale Park Elementary School	0.4 mi	427	11.9:1	9.5
Mary Lin Elementary School	0.8 mi	509	14.5:1	9.6
Morningside Elementary School	1.2 mi	750	15:1	9.3
Hillside Conant School	1.3 mi	66	6:1	6.1
Midtown High School	1.5 mi	1,658	15.6:1	8.3
Fernbank Elementary School	1.7 mi	768	14.8:1	7.8
Kindezi Old 4th Ward	1.8 mi	385	9.4:1	7.2
Druid Hills High School	2.0 mi	1,430	15.5:1	6.2
David T Howard Middle School	2.0 mi	1,056	13.4:1	8.9
Fred A. Toomer Elementary School	2.1 mi	501	13.2:1	5.6
Briar Vista Elementary School	2.1 mi	469	13.8:1	7.9
The John Hope-Charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools	2.2 mi	409	11.4:1	6.2
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc	2.6 mi	459	11.8:1	6.0
Burgess-Peterson Elementary School	2.9 mi	568	13.2:1	9.1
Centennial Place Academy (Charter)	2.9 mi	715	11.2:1	4.7
Charles R. Drew Charter School	3.0 mi	959	10.9:1	9.2
Maynard Jackson High School	3.0 mi	1,551	13.5:1	7.9
Wesley International Academy Charter	3.1 mi	766	12.8:1	6.4
Charles Drew Charter JA/SR Academy	3.1 mi	916	12.4:1	8.8

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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

B- 4.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.9:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,540

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 53%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.1 / 10

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Enrollment 87

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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 52.9%

Black 43.7%

Asian 2.3%

Hispanic 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

934 BRIARCLIFF RD NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) may also want to explore other schools in the area. PAIDEIA SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is UHS of Laurel Heights (rated 6.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hillside Conant School (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
UHS of Laurel Heights Atlanta	0.1 mi	52	6.1
Springdale Park Elementary School Atlanta	0.4 mi	427	9.5
ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL - DRUID HILLS CAMPUS Atlanta	0.5 mi	60	8.8
PAIDEIA SCHOOL Atlanta	0.8 mi	986	6.3
Mary Lin Elementary School Atlanta	0.8 mi	509	9.6
Morningside Elementary School Atlanta	1.2 mi	750	9.3
Hillside Conant School Atlanta	1.3 mi	66	6.1
GLENN SCHOOL Atlanta	1.4 mi	13	—
Midtown High School Atlanta	1.5 mi	1,658	8.3
THE MORGAN OLIVER SCHOOL Atlanta	1.9 mi	49	5.3
BEN FRANKLIN ACADEMY Atlanta	1.8 mi	94	6.9
Fernbank Elementary School Atlanta	1.7 mi	768	7.8
THE CHILDRENS SCHOOL Atlanta	1.7 mi	312	8.1
Briar Vista Elementary School Atlanta	2.1 mi	469	7.9
Kindezi Old 4th Ward Atlanta	1.8 mi	385	7.2
David T Howard Middle School Atlanta	2.0 mi	1,056	8.9
Fred A. Toomer Elementary School Atlanta	2.1 mi	501	5.6
MONTESSORI IN TOWN Atlanta	2.2 mi	49	6.9
Druid Hills High School Atlanta	2.0 mi	1,430	6.2
The John Hope-Charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools Atlanta	2.2 mi	409	6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,085

Median Home Value

$797,400

Median Rent

$1,796/mo

Population

24,274

College Educated

82.8%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

37.9

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BASIX KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Decatur, GA	100	6.7
JOHN HANCOCK ACADEMY Sparta, GA	112	6.7
PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oxford, GA	110	6.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)

What grades does Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) serve?

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)?

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)?

The student-teacher ratio at Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) rank in GA?

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) ranks #156 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) a private school?

Yes, Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) 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 Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) a religious school?

No, Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 62 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 1st – 12th
Enrollment: 87
Gender Split: 66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 8
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 220 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: DeKalb County
Phone: (404) 888-7895

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