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#259 of 433 private schools in GA

Learning Tree Elementary School

Elementary School

300 S TIBBS RD, Dalton, GA 30720

Private

Enrollment

65

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#259 of 433

In Dalton

#2 of 2

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Learning Tree Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Dalton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Dalton High School

5.1/10

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5.6/10

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About Learning Tree Elementary School

Learning Tree Elementary School is a private elementary school in Dalton, GA. Learning Tree Elementary School serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Learning Tree Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #259 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.5 pts below GA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 65 students, Learning Tree Elementary School 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.

Learning Tree Elementary 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

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How Learning Tree Elementary School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Dalton, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
This School
vs
12.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
65
This School
vs
549
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 47.7% vs 0%
White 35.4% vs 0%
Black 13.8% vs 0%
Learning Tree Elementary School Dalton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Learning Tree Elementary School (this school) 6.0
City Park Elementary School 5.6
Westwood Elementary School 7.8
Brookwood Elementary School 7.8
Blue Ridge Elementary School 5.0
Dug Gap Elementary School 8.5
Roan Elementary School 6.0
Park Creek Elementary School 7.7
Dalton Jr. High School 6.3
Eastside Elementary School 6.8
Eastbrook Middle School 5.2
Antioch Elementary School 6.6
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
Hammond Creek Middle School 9.0
Pleasant Grove Elementary School 8.2
Valley Point Middle School 7.0
Valley Point Elementary School 7.4
Cedar Ridge Elementary 7.4
New Hope Elementary School 7.8
Dawnville Elementary School 6.3
New Hope Middle School 8.5

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Dalton

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+ 4.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 63%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Enrollment 65
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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)

Hispanic 47.7%
White 35.4%
Black 13.8%
Two or More 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

300 S TIBBS RD, Dalton, GA 30720

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Learning Tree Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dug Gap Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brookwood Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dalton, see our Dalton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dalton High School Dalton 1.0 mi 5.1
City Park Elementary School Dalton 1.3 mi 5.6
Westwood Elementary School Dalton 1.5 mi 7.8
Brookwood Elementary School Dalton 1.5 mi 7.8
Dug Gap Elementary School Dalton 2.4 mi 8.5
Blue Ridge Elementary School Dalton 2.2 mi 5.0
Roan Elementary School Dalton 2.6 mi 6.0
Park Creek Elementary School Dalton 3.1 mi 7.7
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Dalton 3.1 mi 6.8
Westside Elementary School Rocky Face 3.3 mi 7.2
Westside Middle School Rocky Face 3.4 mi 8.4
Dalton Jr. High School Dalton 3.6 mi 6.3
The Dalton Academy Dalton 3.6 mi 4.7
Southeast Whitfield County High School Dalton 3.9 mi 5.5
Antioch Elementary School Dalton 3.9 mi 6.6
Eastbrook Middle School Dalton 3.9 mi 5.2
Eastside Elementary School Dalton 3.8 mi 6.8
Hammond Creek Middle School Dalton 4.1 mi 9.0
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center Dalton 4.1 mi
Phoenix High School Dalton 4.3 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,620

Median Home Value

$225,600

Median Rent

$965/mo

Population

27,122

College Educated

28.8%

Homeownership

59.9%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Learning Tree Elementary School

What grades does Learning Tree Elementary School serve?

Learning Tree Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Learning Tree Elementary School?

Learning Tree Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Learning Tree Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Learning Tree Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Learning Tree Elementary School rank in GA?

Learning Tree Elementary School ranks #259 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Learning Tree Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Learning Tree Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Learning Tree Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Learning Tree Elementary School 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 Learning Tree Elementary School a religious school?

Learning Tree Elementary School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
65
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Whitfield County

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