Very Good
#87 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 20% of private schools
Special Needs School of Gwinnett
School
660 DAVIS RD, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#87 of 433
In Lawrenceville
#2 of 6
public schools
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Special Needs School of Gwinnett
School in Lawrenceville · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Special Needs School of Gwinnett
Special Needs School of Gwinnett is a private school in Lawrenceville, GA. Special Needs School of Gwinnett serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Special Needs School of Gwinnett has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 68 students, Special Needs School of Gwinnett 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 3.4:1 students to teachers, Special Needs School of Gwinnett sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Special Needs School of Gwinnett 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 Special Needs School of Gwinnett compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Lawrenceville, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Special Needs School of Gwinnett (this school) | 7.3 |
| Winn Holt Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Oakland Meadow School | 4.4 |
| Lawrenceville Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Simonton Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Central Gwinnett High School | 5.8 |
| Richards Middle School | 5.9 |
| Jenkins Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Crews Middle School | 8.6 |
| Jordan Middle School | 8.5 |
| Cedar Hill Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Moore Middle School | 5.1 |
| Phoenix High School | 2.5 |
| International Transition Center | 4.1 |
| Craig Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Benefield Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Discovery High School | 5.6 |
| Lovin Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Gwinnett Online Campus | 5.6 |
| Gwinnett InterVention Education (GIVE) Center East | 2.7 |
| McKendree Elementary School | 6.6 |
Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Lawrenceville
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
660 DAVIS RD, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Special Needs School of Gwinnett may also want to explore other schools in the area. GERARD PREPATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Oakland Meadow School (rated 4.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lawrenceville, see our Lawrenceville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Winn Holt Elementary School Lawrenceville | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Oakland Meadow School Lawrenceville | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Lawrenceville Elementary School Lawrenceville | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| AGAPE JR ACADEMY Lawrenceville | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| GERARD PREPATORY SCHOOL Lawrenceville | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CHOICE EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY Lawrenceville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Central Gwinnett High School Lawrenceville | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Simonton Elementary School Lawrenceville | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Starling Elementary School Grayson | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Jenkins Elementary School Lawrenceville | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Couch Middle School Grayson | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Jordan Middle School Lawrenceville | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| SOLA FIDE ACADEMY Lawrenceville | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Crews Middle School Lawrenceville | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Richards Middle School Lawrenceville | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| International Transition Center Lawrenceville | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Phoenix High School Lawrenceville | 2.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Moore Middle School Lawrenceville | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Cedar Hill Elementary School Lawrenceville | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MAJESTIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY INC Lawrenceville | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,379
Median Home Value
$302,600
Median Rent
$1,488/mo
Population
39,524
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
33.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Special Needs School of Gwinnett
What grades does Special Needs School of Gwinnett serve?
Special Needs School of Gwinnett serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Special Needs School of Gwinnett?
Special Needs School of Gwinnett has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Special Needs School of Gwinnett?
The student-teacher ratio at Special Needs School of Gwinnett is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Special Needs School of Gwinnett rank in GA?
Special Needs School of Gwinnett ranks #87 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Special Needs School of Gwinnett's MySchoolScout rating?
Special Needs School of Gwinnett has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Special Needs School of Gwinnett a private school?
Yes, Special Needs School of Gwinnett 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 Special Needs School of Gwinnett a religious school?
No, Special Needs School of Gwinnett is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 68
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Gwinnett County
- Phone
- (678) 442-6262
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