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#246 of 433 private schools in GA

St Thomas More Catholic School

Elementary School

630 W PONCE DE LEON AVE, Decatur, GA 30030

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#246 of 433

In Decatur

#8 of 11

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About St Thomas More Catholic School

St Thomas More Catholic School is a private elementary school in Decatur, GA. St Thomas More Catholic School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas More Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #246 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.3 pts below GA schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

St Thomas More Catholic 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.

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How St Thomas More Catholic School compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Decatur, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

This School

12.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

473

This School

467

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.2% vs 0%

Black 18.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 8.9% vs 0%

Asian 2.1% vs 0%

St Thomas More Catholic School Decatur Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Thomas More Catholic School (this school)	—	473	16:1	6.2
Beacon Hill Middle School	0.5 mi	1,322	13:1	9.2
Westchester Elementary School	0.7 mi	184	11.5:1	9.6
Oakhurst Elementary School	0.7 mi	256	10.7:1	9.7
Clairemont Elementary School	0.8 mi	191	9.6:1	7.7
Glennwood Elementary School	0.9 mi	199	10.5:1	9.0
Winnona Park Elementary School	1.0 mi	292	11.7:1	8.6
Talley Street Upper Elementary School	1.2 mi	638	11.8:1	9.5
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School	1.3 mi	593	11.9:1	9.3
International Community School	2.2 mi	473	15.3:1	6.9
Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers	3.0 mi	265	20.4:1	8.5
Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School	3.2 mi	531	13.6:1	4.4
McLendon Elementary School	3.3 mi	317	11.3:1	7.5
Laurel Ridge Elementary School	3.3 mi	440	11.9:1	8.3
Toney Elementary School	3.5 mi	226	9.8:1	5.3
Druid Hills Middle School	3.7 mi	929	12.9:1	6.9
McNair Middle School	3.8 mi	788	15.8:1	4.2
Peachcrest Elementary School	3.8 mi	660	13.5:1	6.5
Coralwood Education Center	3.9 mi	216	8:1	6.9
Kelley Lake Elementary School	4.2 mi	233	10.1:1	5.6
Snapfinger Elementary School	4.4 mi	429	14.8:1	3.3

Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Decatur

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

C 2.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 56%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 473

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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)

White 62.2%

Black 18.6%

Hispanic 8.9%

Two or More 8.2%

Asian 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

630 W PONCE DE LEON AVE, Decatur, GA 30030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Thomas More Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakhurst Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westchester Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Talley Street Upper Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Beacon Hill Middle School Decatur	0.5 mi	1,322	9.2
Decatur High School Decatur	0.5 mi	1,834	8.5
THRESHOLD COMMUNITY PROGRAM Decatur	0.5 mi	20	—
Westchester Elementary School Decatur	0.7 mi	184	9.6
Oakhurst Elementary School Decatur	0.7 mi	256	9.7
GLOBAL VILLAGE PROJECT Decatur	0.6 mi	28	—
DECATUR PRESBYTERIAN CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY Decatur	0.6 mi	10	—
Fernbank Elementary School Atlanta	0.7 mi	768	7.8
Clairemont Elementary School Decatur	0.8 mi	191	7.7
Glennwood Elementary School Decatur	0.9 mi	199	9.0
Winnona Park Elementary School Decatur	1.0 mi	292	8.6
THE HIRSCH ACADEMY Decatur	1.1 mi	21	—
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School Decatur	1.3 mi	593	9.3
Talley Street Upper Elementary School Decatur	1.2 mi	638	9.5
ACADEME OF THE OAKS Decatur	1.2 mi	85	7.2
Druid Hills High School Atlanta	1.5 mi	1,430	6.2
GLENN SCHOOL Atlanta	1.5 mi	13	—
HESS ACADEMY Decatur	1.7 mi	70	7.3
THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Decatur	1.6 mi	203	8.4
Charles Drew Charter JA/SR Academy Atlanta	1.9 mi	916	8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,318

Median Home Value

$598,400

Median Rent

$1,683/mo

Population

31,712

College Educated

76.5%

Homeownership

62.8%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

Similar Schools

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Banks County Elementary School Homer, GA	643	6.2
Burdell Elementary School Macon, GA	431	6.2
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School Douglasville, GA	394	6.2
Echols County Elementary/Middle School Statenville, GA	649	6.2
Glanton-Hindsman Elementary Villa Rica, GA	655	6.2
Hendricks Elementary School Powder Springs, GA	501	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Thomas More Catholic School

What grades does St Thomas More Catholic School serve?

St Thomas More Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Thomas More Catholic School?

St Thomas More Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Catholic School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Thomas More Catholic School rank in GA?

St Thomas More Catholic School ranks #246 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is St Thomas More Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Thomas More Catholic School 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 St Thomas More Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Thomas More Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Thomas More Catholic School a religious school?

St Thomas More Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 82 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 54 Good Transit
Bike Score: 77 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 473
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Teachers (FTE): 30
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: DeKalb County
Phone: (404) 307-6680

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