Very Good
#40 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 9% of private schools
Porter Academy
Elementary School
200 COX RD, Roswell, GA 30075
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#40 of 433
In Roswell
#3 of 12
public schools
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Porter Academy
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About Porter Academy
Porter Academy is a private elementary school in Roswell, GA. Porter Academy serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Porter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 69 students, Porter 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 5:1 students to teachers, Porter Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Porter 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 Porter Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Roswell, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Porter Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Sweet Apple Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Fulton Academy of Science and Technology | 9.1 |
| Mountain Park Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Hembree Springs Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Elkins Pointe Middle School | 8.0 |
| Crabapple Middle School | 8.7 |
| Roswell North Elementary School | 9.0 |
| International Charter School of Atlanta | 8.3 |
| Vickery Mill Elementary | 8.8 |
| Mimosa Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Northwood Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Jackson Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Hillside Elementary School | 8.8 |
| River Eves Elementary School | 9.2 |
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
200 COX RD, Roswell, GA 30075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Porter Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sweet Apple Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Park Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crabapple Crossing Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Alpharetta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roswell, see our Roswell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRABAPPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alpharetta | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Sweet Apple Elementary School Roswell | 1.6 mi | 9.5 |
| MILL SPRINGS ACADEMY Alpharetta | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Crabapple Crossing Elementary School Alpharetta | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Northwestern Middle School Alpharetta | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Milton High School Alpharetta | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Roswell High School Roswell | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| THE PREMO SCHOOL Roswell, Ga | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Fulton Academy of Science and Technology Roswell | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| QUEEN OF ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Roswell | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Mountain Park Elementary School Roswell | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Roswell | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Hembree Springs Elementary School Roswell | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roswell | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Elkins Pointe Middle School Roswell | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| CROSS OF LIFE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Roswell | 3.0 mi | — |
| Crabapple Middle School Roswell | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Roswell | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Summit Hill Elementary Alpharetta | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Roswell North Elementary School Roswell | 3.9 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,743
Median Home Value
$575,200
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
55,274
College Educated
70.3%
Homeownership
83.1%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CITY OF KNOWLEDGE ISLAMIC SCHOOL Lilburn, GA | 8.0 |
| TRUTH SPRING ACADEMY Columbus, GA | 7.7 |
| DA VINCI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta, GA | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI AT VICKERY Cumming, GA | 8.3 |
| SAGE SCHOOL Suwanee, GA | 7.5 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Roswell, GA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Porter Academy
What grades does Porter Academy serve?
Porter Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Porter Academy?
Porter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Porter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Porter Academy is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Porter Academy rank in GA?
Porter Academy ranks #40 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Porter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Porter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Porter Academy a private school?
Yes, Porter Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Porter Academy a religious school?
No, Porter Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 69
- Gender Split
- 80% M / 20% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fulton County
- Phone
- (770) 594-1313
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