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#173 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 40% of private schools

Mohammed Schools of Atlanta

School

735 FAYETTEVILLE RD SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

Private

Enrollment

136

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#173 of 433

In Atlanta

#34 of 61

public schools

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Mohammed Schools of Atlanta

6.6/10

School in Atlanta · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Charles R. Drew Charter School

9.2/10

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8.8/10

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About Mohammed Schools of Atlanta

Mohammed Schools of Atlanta is a private school in Atlanta, GA. Mohammed Schools of Atlanta serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mohammed Schools of Atlanta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.3 pts above GA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 136 students, Mohammed Schools of Atlanta 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Mohammed Schools of Atlanta sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mohammed Schools of Atlanta 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 Mohammed Schools of Atlanta compares to 138 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
136
This School
vs
679
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
Mohammed Schools of Atlanta Atlanta Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Mohammed Schools of Atlanta (this school) 6.6
Charles R. Drew Charter School 9.2
Charles Drew Charter JA/SR Academy 8.8
Burgess-Peterson Elementary School 9.1
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc 6.0
Fred A. Toomer Elementary School 5.6
McNair High School 3.6
Atlanta Neighborhood Charter - Middle 8.3
Mary Lin Elementary School 9.6
Maynard Jackson High School 7.9
Genesis Innovation Academy for Girls 6.8
Genesis Innovation Academy for Boys 6.7
Parkside Elementary School 8.0
Fernbank Elementary School 7.8
Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology 7.8
Benteen Elementary School 6.5
Springdale Park Elementary School 9.5
David T Howard Middle School 8.9
Metro Regional Youth Detention Center
UHS of Laurel Heights 6.1
Atlanta Neighborhood Charter - Elementary 8.7

Showing 20 of 138 schools. View all schools in Atlanta

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)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 136
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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)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

735 FAYETTEVILLE RD SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mohammed Schools of Atlanta may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oakhurst Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles R. Drew Charter School (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Charles R. Drew Charter School Atlanta 0.6 mi 9.2
Charles Drew Charter JA/SR Academy Atlanta 0.7 mi 8.8
Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School Decatur 0.8 mi 4.4
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc Atlanta 1.0 mi 6.0
Burgess-Peterson Elementary School Atlanta 1.0 mi 9.1
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School Decatur 1.4 mi 9.3
Fred A. Toomer Elementary School Atlanta 1.4 mi 5.6
ST PETER CLAVER REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Decatur 1.4 mi 9.1
THE MORGAN OLIVER SCHOOL Atlanta 1.6 mi 5.3
McNair Middle School Decatur 1.6 mi 4.2
JOHNSON'S LEARNING CENTER Atlanta 1.9 mi 5.0
Oakhurst Elementary School Decatur 1.9 mi 9.7
CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Decatur 2.1 mi 6.0
THE HIRSCH ACADEMY Decatur 2.1 mi
McNair High School Atlanta 2.3 mi 3.6
Beacon Hill Middle School Decatur 2.4 mi 9.2
MONTESSORI IN TOWN Atlanta 2.1 mi 6.9
CHRISTINE ELIZABETH ACADEMY Atlanta 2.5 mi 4.8
Kelley Lake Elementary School Decatur 2.3 mi 5.6
Toney Elementary School Decatur 2.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,491

Median Home Value

$401,800

Median Rent

$1,570/mo

Population

35,040

College Educated

55.5%

Homeownership

60.7%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mohammed Schools of Atlanta

What grades does Mohammed Schools of Atlanta serve?

Mohammed Schools of Atlanta serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Mohammed Schools of Atlanta?

Mohammed Schools of Atlanta has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mohammed Schools of Atlanta?

The student-teacher ratio at Mohammed Schools of Atlanta is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mohammed Schools of Atlanta rank in GA?

Mohammed Schools of Atlanta ranks #173 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Mohammed Schools of Atlanta's MySchoolScout rating?

Mohammed Schools of Atlanta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mohammed Schools of Atlanta a private school?

Yes, Mohammed Schools of Atlanta is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mohammed Schools of Atlanta a religious school?

Mohammed Schools of Atlanta has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
136
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County

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