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#180 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 41% of private schools

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy

School

3911 CAMPBELLTON RD SW, Atlanta, GA 30331

Private

Enrollment

68

Student-Teacher

5.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#180 of 433

In Atlanta

#35 of 61

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Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy

6.6/10

School in Atlanta · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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About Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy is a private school in Atlanta, GA. Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.3 pts above GA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 68 students, Southwest Atlanta Christian 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Southwest Atlanta Christian 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

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How Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy compares to 138 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.3:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
68
This School
vs
679
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 80.9% vs 0%
White 17.6% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy Atlanta Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy (this school) 6.6
R. N. Fickett Elementary School 5.4
Ralph Bunche Middle School 3.3
SLAM Academy of Atlanta 5.6
D. M. Therrell High School 6.2
Deerwood Academy 4.7
L. O. Kimberly Elementary School 5.6
Continental Colony Elementary School 4.5
Sandtown Middle School 5.3
Randolph Elementary School 6.1
Benjamin E. Mays High School 4.5
Jean Childs Young Middle School 3.5
Cascade Elementary School 3.4
Westlake High School 6.5
West Manor Elementary School 5.8
Camp Creek Middle School 5.9
Beecher Hills Elementary School 7.2
The Kindezi School 4.4
Resurgence Hall Middle Academy 9.6
Miles Elementary School 4.1
Peyton Forest Elementary School 4.4

Showing 20 of 138 schools. View all schools in Atlanta

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,120
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 31%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 68
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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)

Black 80.9%
White 17.6%
Asian 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3911 CAMPBELLTON RD SW, Atlanta, GA 30331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. D. M. Therrell High School (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Randolph Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OMNI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
R. N. Fickett Elementary School Atlanta 0.3 mi 5.4
Ralph Bunche Middle School Atlanta 1.0 mi 3.3
SLAM Academy of Atlanta Atlanta 1.2 mi 5.6
Deerwood Academy Atlanta 1.6 mi 4.7
D. M. Therrell High School Atlanta 1.6 mi 6.2
L. O. Kimberly Elementary School Atlanta 1.6 mi 5.6
Continental Colony Elementary School Atlanta 1.7 mi 4.5
OMNI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL ACADEMY Atlanta 2.2 mi
OMNI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 2.2 mi 5.7
Fulton Leadership Academy East Point 2.4 mi 4.3
Benjamin E. Mays High School Atlanta 2.9 mi 4.5
Woodland Middle School East Point 2.7 mi 3.3
Sandtown Middle School Atlanta 2.6 mi 5.3
Randolph Elementary School Atlanta 2.7 mi 6.1
Asa Hilliard Elementary School East Point 2.9 mi 4.6
Jean Childs Young Middle School Atlanta 3.1 mi 3.5
MOUNT OLIVE EARLY LEARNING CENTER East Point 3.0 mi
ABUNDANT GRACE ACADEMY East Point 2.9 mi
Paul D. West Middle School East Point 2.9 mi 5.4
Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary East Point 2.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,548

Median Home Value

$277,900

Median Rent

$1,264/mo

Population

63,418

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

34.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
WOODFIELD ACADEMY Macon, GA 6.6
GERARD PREPATORY SCHOOL Lawrenceville, GA 6.5
SOCIAL CIRCLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AT FBC Social Circle, GA 6.5
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covington, GA 6.4
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Marys, GA 6.4
THE BRIDGE OF GEORGIA Monroe, GA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy

What grades does Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy serve?

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy?

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy rank in GA?

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy ranks #180 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Southwest Atlanta Christian 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 Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy a religious school?

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
68
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
140 days
Setting
Large City
County
Fulton County

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