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#228 of 433 private schools in GA

Mt. Paran Christian School Inc.

School

1275 STANLEY RD NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,088

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,088

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#228 of 433

In Kennesaw

#3 of 4

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About Mt. Paran Christian School Inc.

Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. is a private school in Kennesaw, GA. Mt.

Paran Christian School Inc. serves approximately 1,088 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it comparesOn par with GA schools

6.3

This school 6.3 · Average
GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. 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 Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Kennesaw, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.4:1

This School

13.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,088

This School

945

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.3

This School

7.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.9% vs 0%

Black 16.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.6% vs 0%

Asian 0.6% vs 0%

Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. Kennesaw Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. (this school)	—	1,088	9.4:1	6.3
Devereux Ackerman Academy	0.2 mi	64	4.3:1	5.3
Hayes Elementary School	1.1 mi	801	12.7:1	7.3
Kennesaw Mountain High School	1.1 mi	1,666	15.9:1	7.9
Pine Mountain Middle School	1.2 mi	545	13:1	7.6
Bullard Elementary School	2.8 mi	822	13.3:1	7.9
McClure Middle School	2.8 mi	1,003	15.4:1	8.0
Big Shanty Elementary School	3.0 mi	545	12.1:1	8.1
Kennesaw Elementary School	3.3 mi	606	11.7:1	7.7
Northwest Classical Academy	3.4 mi	728	13.7:1	7.5
Lewis Elementary School	4.0 mi	552	12.8:1	8.2
North Cobb High School	4.2 mi	2,521	17.8:1	6.6
Harrison High School	4.3 mi	2,170	19.4:1	7.6
Awtrey Middle School	4.4 mi	643	15.3:1	6.2
Lost Mountain Middle School	4.6 mi	993	16.6:1	8.0
Chalker Elementary School	5.0 mi	682	13.1:1	6.9
Palmer Middle School	5.2 mi	776	14.6:1	7.0

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 6.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7.4 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,317.2

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 41%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.3 / 10

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Enrollment 1,088

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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 74.9%

Black 16.7%

Two or More 5.1%

Hispanic 2.6%

Asian 0.6%

Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1275 STANLEY RD NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. may also want to explore other schools in the area. Northwest Classical Academy (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Devereux Ackerman Academy (rated 5.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kennesaw, see our Kennesaw schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Devereux Ackerman Academy Kennesaw	0.2 mi	64	5.3
DEVEREUX GEORGIA - ACKERMAN ACADEMY Kennesaw	0.3 mi	95	7.4
FOUNDATIONS FOR THE FUTURE SCHOOL Kennesaw	0.4 mi	39	6.0
Kennesaw Mountain High School Kennesaw	1.1 mi	1,666	7.9
Hayes Elementary School Kennesaw	1.1 mi	801	7.3
Pine Mountain Middle School Kennesaw	1.2 mi	545	7.6
PRINCETON PREPARATORY SCHOOLS Kennesaw	2.3 mi	17	—
Big Shanty Elementary School Kennesaw	3.0 mi	545	8.1
Marietta High School Marietta	3.1 mi	2,654	6.6
Bullard Elementary School Kennesaw	2.8 mi	822	7.9
McClure Middle School Kennesaw	2.8 mi	1,003	8.0
Kennesaw Elementary School Kennesaw	3.3 mi	606	7.7
CARMAN ADVENTIST SCHOOL Marietta	2.9 mi	94	5.6
Northwest Classical Academy Kennesaw	3.4 mi	728	7.5
A.L. Burruss Elementary School Marietta	3.6 mi	388	7.9
Due West Elementary School Marietta	3.3 mi	648	8.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT OREGON PARK Marietta	3.5 mi	11	—
West Side Elementary School Marietta	3.5 mi	531	9.5
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marietta	3.6 mi	397	6.5
Marietta Middle School Marietta	3.9 mi	1,302	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30152 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,026

Median Home Value

$385,300

Median Rent

$1,695/mo

Population

44,432

College Educated

52.5%

Homeownership

79.9%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

41.4

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FULTON SCIENCE ACADEMY PRIVATE SCHOOL Alpharetta, GA	842	6.3
PAIDEIA SCHOOL Atlanta, GA	986	6.3
ST FRANCIS DAY SCHOOL Roswell, GA	834	6.4
THE WALKER SCHOOL Marietta, GA	858	6.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt. Paran Christian School Inc.

What grades does Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. serve?

Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Mt. Paran Christian School Inc.?

Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 1,088 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Paran Christian School Inc.?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. rank in GA?

Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. ranks #228 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Mt. Paran Christian School Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. a private school?

Yes, Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. a religious school?

Mt. Paran Christian School Inc. has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 26 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,088
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 116
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.4 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Small City
County: Cobb County
Phone: (770) 578-0182

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