Very Good
#78 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 18% of private schools
Mount De Sales Academy
High School
851 ORANGE ST, Macon, GA 31201
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#78 of 433
In Macon
#2 of 11
public schools
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Mount De Sales Academy
High School in Macon · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mount De Sales Academy
Mount De Sales Academy is a private high school in Macon, GA. Mount De Sales Academy serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount De Sales Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Mount De Sales 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 Mount De Sales Academy compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Macon, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount De Sales Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Central High School | 5.4 |
| Miller Magnet Middle School | 5.8 |
| Cirrus Charter Academy | 7.7 |
| Ballard Hudson Middle School | 2.0 |
| VIP Academy (Virtual) | 3.8 |
| Price Academy | — |
| Georgia Academy for the Blind | 5.2 |
| Appling Middle School | 3.3 |
| Northeast High School | 3.8 |
| Southwest High School | 3.6 |
| Clifton Ridge Middle School | 5.4 |
| Macon Youth Development Campus | — |
| Macon Regional Youth Detention Center | — |
| Weaver Middle School | 2.6 |
| Westside High School | 3.3 |
| Rutland High School | 3.9 |
| Rutland Middle School | 3.2 |
| Academy For Classical Education | 8.1 |
| Howard High School | 5.3 |
| Howard Middle School | 3.3 |
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.
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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
851 ORANGE ST, Macon, GA 31201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount De Sales Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central High School (rated 5.4/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Northeast High School (rated 3.8/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Southwest High School (rated 3.6/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Macon, see our Macon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander II Magnet School Macon | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Macon | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PETER CLAVER Macon | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Williams Elementary School Macon | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Central High School Macon | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Miller Magnet Middle School Macon | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Vineville Academy Macon | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Ingram/Pye Elementary School Macon | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| VIP Academy (Virtual) Macon | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Ballard Hudson Middle School Macon | 1.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Cirrus Charter Academy Macon | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Price Academy Macon | 1.9 mi | — |
| Georgia Academy for the Blind Macon | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Burdell Elementary School Macon | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Bruce Elementary School Macon | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Appling Middle School Macon | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Northeast High School Macon | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Hartley Elementary School Macon | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Southwest High School Macon | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School Macon | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$22,936
Median Home Value
$151,400
Median Rent
$912/mo
Population
7,862
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
21.6%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
42.5%
Median Age
33.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chattahoochee County High School Cusseta, GA | 7.4 |
| East Laurens High School East Dublin, GA | 7.4 |
| Portal Middle/High School Portal, GA | 7.4 |
| Treutlen Middle/High School Soperton, GA | 7.4 |
| Tapestry Public Charter School Doraville, GA | 7.5 |
| Clinch County High School Homerville, GA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount De Sales Academy
What grades does Mount De Sales Academy serve?
Mount De Sales Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Mount De Sales Academy?
Mount De Sales Academy has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount De Sales Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount De Sales Academy is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mount De Sales Academy rank in GA?
Mount De Sales Academy ranks #78 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Mount De Sales Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount De Sales Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mount De Sales Academy a private school?
Yes, Mount De Sales Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mount De Sales Academy a religious school?
Mount De Sales Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bibb County
- Phone
- (478) 751-3240
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