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#313 of 433 private schools in GA
New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy
School
814 EXPERIMENT ST, Griffin, GA 30223
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#313 of 433
In Griffin
#2 of 2
public schools
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New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy
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About New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy
New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy is a private school in Griffin, GA. New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #313 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Horizons New Directions Preparatory 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 New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Griffin, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy (this school) | 5.6 |
| Moore Elementary School | 2.0 |
| Orrs Elementary School | 3.3 |
| AZ Kelsey Academy | — |
| Anne Street Elementary School | 2.6 |
| Atkinson Elementary School | 2.9 |
| Griffin High School | 4.5 |
| Crescent Road Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Jackson Road Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Cowan Road Middle School | 2.7 |
| Cowan Road Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Kennedy Road Middle School | 3.9 |
| Jordan Hill Road Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Spalding High School | 4.4 |
| Futral Road Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Moreland Road Elementary | 3.9 |
| Carver Road Middle School | 5.3 |
| Beaverbrook Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Rehoboth Road Middle School | 4.4 |
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
814 EXPERIMENT ST, Griffin, GA 30223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. GRIFFIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Futral Road Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Crescent Road Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Griffin, see our Griffin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moore Elementary School Griffin | 0.9 mi | 2.0 |
| Anne Street Elementary School Griffin | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Orrs Elementary School Griffin | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| AZ Kelsey Academy Griffin | 1.2 mi | — |
| Atkinson Elementary School Griffin | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Crescent Road Elementary School Griffin | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Griffin High School Griffin | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| GRIFFIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Griffin | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Jackson Road Elementary School Griffin | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Cowan Road Middle School Griffin | 2.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Cowan Road Elementary School Griffin | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Kennedy Road Middle School Griffin | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Jordan Hill Road Elementary School Griffin | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Futral Road Elementary School Griffin | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Spalding High School Griffin | 3.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Moreland Road Elementary Griffin | 4.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Carver Road Middle School Griffin | 4.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Beaverbrook Elementary School Griffin | 4.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Rehoboth Road Middle School Griffin | 5.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Hampton High School Hampton | 8.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,940
Median Home Value
$186,900
Median Rent
$1,025/mo
Population
37,136
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy
What grades does New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy serve?
New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy?
New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy rank in GA?
New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy ranks #313 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy a private school?
Yes, New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy 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 New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy a religious school?
New Horizons New Directions Preparatory Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Spalding County
- Phone
- (678) 603-1885
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