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#131 of 433 private schools in GA
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Mcdonough Methodist Academy
Elementary School · Mcdonough, GA
A private elementary school in Mcdonough, GA serving grades Pre-K – 5th.
178 GRIFFIN ST, Mcdonough, GA 30253
- 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
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Where Mcdonough Methodist Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 54Somewhat Walkable
- Bike 42Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,960/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$81,601
Median home value
$281,000
Median rent
$1,627/mo
College educated
30%
Homeownership
61.4%
Poverty rate
14.3%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 30253; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wesley Lakes Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 2.5 | PK–5 | 1.4 mi | 787 | Compare → |
| Benjamin AcademyPrivate · tuition | Not rated | K–11 | 1.6 mi | 12 | Compare → |
| Walnut Creek ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 2.5 | PK–5 | 1.9 mi | 753 | Compare → |
| Oakland Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 2.3 | PK–5 | 3.0 mi | 924 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Mcdonough Methodist Academy is listed in Mcdonough, GA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Mcdonough Methodist Academy
Mcdonough Methodist Academy is a private elementary school in Mcdonough, GA, serving approximately 122 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 433 private schools in GA.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Mcdonough Methodist Academy
What grades does Mcdonough Methodist Academy serve?
Mcdonough Methodist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mcdonough Methodist Academy?
Mcdonough Methodist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcdonough Methodist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcdonough Methodist Academy is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mcdonough Methodist Academy rank in GA?
Mcdonough Methodist Academy ranks #131 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Mcdonough Methodist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcdonough Methodist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mcdonough Methodist Academy a private school?
Yes, Mcdonough Methodist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Methodist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mcdonough Methodist Academy a religious school?
Mcdonough Methodist Academy has a Methodist religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 122
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Methodist
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Henry County
- Phone
- (770) 957-4131
- Area population (ZIP 30253)
- 64,108
- Area average commute
- 31.5 min
- Area median age
- 33.4
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 30253; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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