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#236 of 433 private schools in GA
Southland Academy
School
123 SOUTHLAND ACADEMY, Americus, GA 31709
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#236 of 433
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Southland Academy
School in Americus · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southland Academy
Southland Academy is a private school in Americus, GA. Southland Academy serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #236 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Southland Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Southland 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 Southland Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Americus, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southland Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| Sumter County Primary School | 5.7 |
| Furlow Charter School | 8.2 |
| Sumter County Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Sumter County Middle School | 3.6 |
| Sumter County Intermediate School | 4.6 |
| Sumter County High School | 5.6 |
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
123 SOUTHLAND ACADEMY, Americus, GA 31709
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southland Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Schley Middle High School (rated 8.3/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Ellaville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Furlow Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Schley County Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Ellaville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Americus, see our Americus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sumter County Primary School Americus | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Sumter County Elementary School Americus | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Sumter County Middle School Americus | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Furlow Charter School Americus | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Sumter County Intermediate School Americus | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Sumter County High School Americus | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Schley Middle High School Ellaville | 11.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Schley County Elementary School Ellaville | 11.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Macon County Elementary School Oglethorpe | 16.4 mi | 4.2 |
| OGLETHORPE SDA SCHOOL Oglethorpe | 17.4 mi | — |
| Macon County Middle School Montezuma | 18.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Macon County High School Montezuma | 18.2 mi | 6.0 |
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montezuma | 19.9 mi | — |
| CLEARVIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Montezuma | 20.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Lee High School 9th Grade Campus Leesburg | 22.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Twin Oaks Elementary Leesburg | 22.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Kinchafoonee Primary School Leesburg | 22.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lee County Primary School Leesburg | 22.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Lee County Middle School West Leesburg | 23.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTEZUMA MENNONITE SCHOOL Montezuma | 21.4 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,400
Median Home Value
$130,600
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
14,966
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
30.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PEACHTREE ACADEMY PRIVATE SCHOOL Conyers, GA | 6.2 |
| CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcdonough, GA | 6.3 |
| GRIFFIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Griffin, GA | 6.3 |
| Spring Creek Charter Academy Bainbridge, GA | 6.3 |
| HARVESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville, GA | 6.1 |
| LANIER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Flowery Branch, GA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southland Academy
What grades does Southland Academy serve?
Southland Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Southland Academy?
Southland Academy has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southland Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Southland Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southland Academy rank in GA?
Southland Academy ranks #236 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Southland Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Southland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southland Academy a private school?
Yes, Southland 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 Southland Academy a religious school?
No, Southland Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 186 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sumter County
- Phone
- (229) 924-4406
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