Very Good
#83 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 19% of private schools
Pinecrest Academy
School
955 PEACHTREE PKWY, Cumming, GA 30041
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#83 of 433
In Cumming
#6 of 11
public schools
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Pinecrest Academy
School in Cumming · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pinecrest Academy
Pinecrest Academy is a private school in Cumming, GA. Pinecrest Academy serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinecrest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest Academy compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Cumming, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pinecrest Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Shiloh Point Elementary | 8.0 |
| Piney Grove Middle School | 8.1 |
| South Forsyth High School | 7.4 |
| Daves Creek Elementary School | 8.5 |
| South Forsyth Middle School | 7.9 |
| Big Creek Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Brookwood Elementary | 8.4 |
| George W. Whitlow Elementary | 8.5 |
| Mashburn Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Vickery Creek Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Vickery Creek Middle School | 6.9 |
| Haw Creek Elementary | 8.6 |
| Lakeside Middle School | 7.8 |
| Kelly Mill Elementary | 8.0 |
| West Forsyth High School | 6.4 |
| Forsyth Central High School | 6.2 |
| Otwell Middle School | 6.3 |
| Cumming Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Alliance Academy for Innovation | 8.4 |
| Hendricks Middle School | 7.6 |
Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Cumming
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
955 PEACHTREE PKWY, Cumming, GA 30041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinecrest Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Suwanee), with a very similar rating. Another option is FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Suwanee), a more accessible option. Additionally, FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL UPPER SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Suwanee), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cumming, see our Cumming schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming | 0.6 mi | — |
| Shiloh Point Elementary Cumming | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| South Forsyth High School Cumming | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Piney Grove Middle School Cumming | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT SHARON SPRINGS Cumming | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| FIDELES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cumming | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Big Creek Elementary School Cumming | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| South Forsyth Middle School Cumming | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Daves Creek Elementary School Cumming | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suwanee | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL UPPER SCHOOL Suwanee | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suwanee | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| PARKWAY PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Cumming | 2.3 mi | — |
| OMEGA LEARNING CENTER - SOUTH FORSYTH Cumming | 2.8 mi | — |
| Lambert High School Suwanee | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Brookwood Elementary Cumming | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Sharon Elementary School Suwanee | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Suwanee | 3.1 mi | — |
| New Hope Elementary School Comming | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| George W. Whitlow Elementary Cumming | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,825
Median Home Value
$522,900
Median Rent
$1,862/mo
Population
75,160
College Educated
59.7%
Homeownership
86.6%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stockbridge, GA | 7.5 |
| HORIZON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming, GA | 7.5 |
| ROBERT TOOMBS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lyons, GA | 7.5 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome, GA | 7.5 |
| AL FALAH ACADEMY Norcross, GA | 7.6 |
| AUGUSTA PREPARATORY DAY SCHOOL Martinez, GA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinecrest Academy
What grades does Pinecrest Academy serve?
Pinecrest Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Pinecrest Academy?
Pinecrest Academy has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinecrest Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinecrest Academy is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pinecrest Academy rank in GA?
Pinecrest Academy ranks #83 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Pinecrest Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest Academy a private school?
Yes, Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest Academy a religious school?
Pinecrest Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 414
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Forsyth County
- Phone
- (770) 888-4477
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