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#275 of 433 private schools in GA

Mt Vernon Presbyterian School

School

510 MT VERNON HWY NE, Atlanta, GA 30328

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,099

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,099

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#275 of 433

In Atlanta

#43 of 61

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About Mt Vernon Presbyterian School

Mt Vernon Presbyterian School is a private school in Atlanta, GA. Mt Vernon Presbyterian School serves approximately 1,099 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Vernon Presbyterian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #275 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.4 pts below GA schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Mt Vernon Presbyterian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mt Vernon Presbyterian 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 Mt Vernon Presbyterian School compares to 138 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.4:1

This School

12.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,099

This School

679

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

6.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.2% vs 0%

Black 6% vs 0%

Asian 2.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%

Mt Vernon Presbyterian School Atlanta Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mt Vernon Presbyterian School (this school)	—	1,099	8.4:1	5.9
Lake Forest Elementary	1.3 mi	574	10.6:1	5.3
Spalding Drive Elementary	1.7 mi	352	11.4:1	9.0
North Springs High School	2.0 mi	1,304	15.2:1	7.3
High Point Elementary School	2.1 mi	668	13.6:1	7.5
Ridgeview Charter School	2.2 mi	963	12.2:1	8.1
Woodland Elementary School	2.4 mi	960	14.1:1	7.8
Cary Reynolds Elementary School	2.9 mi	256	9.8:1	5.0
Riverwood International Charter School	2.9 mi	1,716	16.2:1	6.9
Heards Ferry Elementary School	3.6 mi	686	14:1	9.6
Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence	3.6 mi	464	9.9:1	5.4
Dunwoody Springs Elementary School	3.6 mi	548	12.5:1	6.3
DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School	4.1 mi	368	21.6:1	3.8
Peachtree Middle School	4.1 mi	1,208	14.6:1	6.7
Ashford Park Elementary School	4.6 mi	725	15.1:1	8.9
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School	4.9 mi	875	12.9:1	8.0
Jackson Elementary School	5.0 mi	493	12:1	9.5
Sandy Springs Middle School	5.0 mi	774	13.1:1	6.8
Doraville United Elementary School	5.2 mi	931	14.3:1	7.7
Sequoyah Middle School	6.1 mi	1,710	15.7:1	2.4
North Atlanta High School	6.2 mi	2,332	15.4:1	8.2

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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+ 7.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,239

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 32%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.2 / 10

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Enrollment 1,099

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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 82.2%

Two or More 7.1%

Black 6.0%

Asian 2.7%

Hispanic 1.8%

Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

510 MT VERNON HWY NE, Atlanta, GA 30328

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt Vernon Presbyterian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Spalding Drive Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Austin Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Dunwoody), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montgomery Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Brookhaven), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CUMBERLAND ACADEMY OF GEORGIA Atlanta	0.2 mi	100	7.9
THE WEBER SCHOOL Atlanta	0.8 mi	272	5.8
SANDY SPRINGS UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERG Alpharetta	1.1 mi	13	—
Lake Forest Elementary Atlanta	1.3 mi	574	5.3
Spalding Drive Elementary Atlanta	1.7 mi	352	9.0
North Springs High School Atlanta	2.0 mi	1,304	7.3
SPRINGMONT SCHOOL Atlanta	1.8 mi	170	7.9
High Point Elementary School Atlanta	2.1 mi	668	7.5
THE EPSTEIN SCHOOL Atlanta	1.7 mi	327	7.9
DUNWOODY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dunwoody	1.8 mi	65	6.4
DUNWOODY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dunwoody	1.9 mi	65	5.4
Ridgeview Charter School Atlanta	2.2 mi	963	8.1
DUNWOODY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Dunwoody	2.1 mi	24	—
Woodland Elementary School Atlanta	2.4 mi	960	7.8
DUNWOODY PREP Dunwoody	2.4 mi	28	—
TABULA RASA THE LANGUAGE ACADEMY Atlanta	2.3 mi	80	7.4
Montgomery Elementary School Brookhaven	2.4 mi	697	8.3
Austin Elementary School Dunwoody	2.7 mi	743	8.9
MARIST SCHOOL Atlanta	2.7 mi	1,097	5.0
DUNWOODY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Atlanta	2.6 mi	17	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30328 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,736

Median Home Value

$551,600

Median Rent

$1,943/mo

Population

38,821

College Educated

71.7%

Homeownership

56%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

38.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
STRONG ROCK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Locust Grove, GA	851	5.9
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Macon, GA	733	5.8
ST ANNE-PACELLI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbus, GA	672	5.8
LANDMARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC. Fairburn, GA	990	5.6
DARLINGTON SCHOOL Rome, GA	711	6.3
FULTON SCIENCE ACADEMY PRIVATE SCHOOL Alpharetta, GA	842	6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt Vernon Presbyterian School

What grades does Mt Vernon Presbyterian School serve?

Mt Vernon Presbyterian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Mt Vernon Presbyterian School?

Mt Vernon Presbyterian School has an enrollment of approximately 1,099 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Vernon Presbyterian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt Vernon Presbyterian School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mt Vernon Presbyterian School rank in GA?

Mt Vernon Presbyterian School ranks #275 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Mt Vernon Presbyterian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt Vernon Presbyterian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mt Vernon Presbyterian School a private school?

Yes, Mt Vernon Presbyterian School 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 Vernon Presbyterian School a religious school?

Mt Vernon Presbyterian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 33 Some Transit
Bike Score: 30 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,099
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 131
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 177 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Fulton County
Phone: (404) 252-3448

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