Very Good
#119 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 27% of private schools
Shallowford Presbyterian School
Elementary School
2375 SHALLOWFORD RD NE, Atlanta, GA 30345
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#119 of 433
In Atlanta
#21 of 61
public schools
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Shallowford Presbyterian School
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About Shallowford Presbyterian School
Shallowford Presbyterian School is a private elementary school in Atlanta, GA. Shallowford Presbyterian School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Shallowford Presbyterian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Shallowford Presbyterian School 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Shallowford Presbyterian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shallowford 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
BetaHow Shallowford Presbyterian School compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shallowford Presbyterian School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School | 5.9 |
| GLOBE Academy Charter School I | 9.2 |
| Henderson Mill Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Sagamore Hills Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Sequoyah Middle School | 2.4 |
| Ashford Park Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Doraville United Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Margaret Harris Comprehensive School | 4.3 |
| Kittredge Magnet School | 8.7 |
| DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School | 3.8 |
| Cary Reynolds Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Briar Vista Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Peachtree Middle School | 6.7 |
| Ridgeview Charter School | 8.1 |
| Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Fernbank Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Morningside Elementary School | 9.3 |
| High Point Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Garden Hills Elementary School | 7.8 |
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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
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
2375 SHALLOWFORD RD NE, Atlanta, GA 30345
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shallowford Presbyterian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLOBE Academy Charter School I (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Grove Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Briarlake Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Elementary School Atlanta | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Lakeside High School Atlanta | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| GLOBE Academy Charter School I Atlanta | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Atlanta | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Dresden Elementary School Chamblee | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Briarlake Elementary School Decatur | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School Atlanta | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Henderson Mill Elementary School Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTHWOODS MONTESSORI SCHOOL - DORAVILLE Atlanta | 2.0 mi | — |
| Tapestry Public Charter School Doraville | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Henderson Middle School Chamblee | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Coralwood Education Center Decatur | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Decatur | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Sagamore Hills Elementary School Atlanta | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| John Robert Lewis Elementary School Brookhaven | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Sequoyah Middle School Atlanta | 2.4 mi | 2.4 |
| Doraville United Elementary School Atlanta | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Druid Hills Middle School Decatur | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Montclair Elementary School Brookhaven | 2.3 mi | 2.5 |
| ANNUNCIATION DAY SCHOOL Atlanta | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,151
Median Home Value
$529,300
Median Rent
$1,714/mo
Population
24,576
College Educated
59.5%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Douglasville, GA | 7.0 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Smyrna, GA | 7.0 |
| EAST COBB CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marietta, GA | 6.9 |
| MCDONOUGH METHODIST ACADEMY Mcdonough, GA | 6.9 |
| ATLANTA MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta, GA | 7.2 |
| OAK HILL CLASSICAL SCHOOL Dacula, GA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shallowford Presbyterian School
What grades does Shallowford Presbyterian School serve?
Shallowford Presbyterian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Shallowford Presbyterian School?
Shallowford Presbyterian School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shallowford Presbyterian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shallowford Presbyterian School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shallowford Presbyterian School rank in GA?
Shallowford Presbyterian School ranks #119 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Shallowford Presbyterian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shallowford Presbyterian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shallowford Presbyterian School a private school?
Yes, Shallowford Presbyterian School is a private coeducational school with a Presbyterian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Shallowford Presbyterian School a religious school?
Shallowford Presbyterian School has a Presbyterian religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Presbyterian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (404) 321-3061
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