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#158 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 36% of private schools

The Galloway School

School

215 W WIEUCA RD NW, Atlanta, GA 30342

Private

Enrollment

729

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#158 of 433

In Atlanta

#31 of 61

public schools

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The Galloway School

6.7/10

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About The Galloway School

The Galloway School is a private school in Atlanta, GA. The Galloway School serves approximately 729 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Galloway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.4 pts above GA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 7.1:1 students to teachers, The Galloway School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Galloway 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

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How The Galloway School compares to 138 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
729
This School
vs
679
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 75.7% vs 0%
Black 9.6% vs 0%
Asian 3.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.5% vs 0%
The Galloway School Atlanta Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Galloway School (this school) 6.7
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School 8.0
Jackson Elementary School 9.5
High Point Elementary School 7.5
Atlanta Classical Academy 8.3
Ridgeview Charter School 8.1
Lake Forest Elementary 5.3
North Atlanta High School 8.2
Heards Ferry Elementary School 9.6
Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence 5.4
Willis A. Sutton Middle School 7.6
Garden Hills Elementary School 7.8
DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School 3.8
Riverwood International Charter School 6.9
Morris Brandon Elementary School 9.2
E. Rivers Elementary School 7.9
Ashford Park Elementary School 8.9
Cary Reynolds Elementary School 5.0
Kittredge Magnet School 8.7
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School 4.3
Spalding Drive Elementary 9.0

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- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 41%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 729
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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 75.7%
Black 9.6%
Two or More 8.2%
Asian 3.8%
Hispanic 2.5%
Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

215 W WIEUCA RD NW, Atlanta, GA 30342

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Galloway School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Atlanta Classical Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY INNOCENTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL, NW (rated 6.9/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOLY SPIRIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CMCH SCHOOL Atlanta 0.7 mi 6.9
THE SCHENCK SCHOOL Atlanta 0.9 mi 6.9
DA VINCI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 0.9 mi 7.6
HOLY SPIRIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Atlanta 0.9 mi 5.7
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School Atlanta 1.6 mi 8.0
Jackson Elementary School Atlanta 1.7 mi 9.5
High Point Elementary School Atlanta 2.1 mi 7.5
Atlanta Classical Academy Atlanta 2.3 mi 8.3
SPRINGMONT SCHOOL Atlanta 2.6 mi 7.9
HOLY INNOCENTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL, NW Atlanta 2.5 mi 6.9
SORA SCHOOLS Atlanta 2.5 mi 5.8
TABULA RASA THE LANGUAGE ACADEMY Atlanta 2.8 mi 7.4
Ridgeview Charter School Atlanta 2.5 mi 8.1
Lake Forest Elementary Atlanta 2.9 mi 5.3
ST ANNE'S DAY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.9 mi
PEACHTREE ROAD LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Atlanta 2.6 mi
ATLANTA SPEECH SCHOOL Atlanta 2.9 mi 7.3
THE CATHEDRAL PRESCHOOL Atlanta 3.0 mi
ATLANTA GIRLS SCHOOL Atlanta 2.8 mi 8.0
Willis A. Sutton Middle School Atlanta 3.1 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,865

Median Home Value

$804,300

Median Rent

$1,810/mo

Population

33,774

College Educated

75%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

33.3

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CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Dalton, GA 6.8
JOHNSON FERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Marietta, GA 6.8
WESTMINSTER SCHOOLS OF AUGUSTA Augusta, GA 6.8
Southwest Georgia S.T.E.M. Charter Academy Shellman, GA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Galloway School

What grades does The Galloway School serve?

The Galloway School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend The Galloway School?

The Galloway School has an enrollment of approximately 729 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Galloway School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Galloway School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Galloway School rank in GA?

The Galloway School ranks #158 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is The Galloway School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Galloway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Galloway School a private school?

Yes, The Galloway School 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 The Galloway School a religious school?

No, The Galloway School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
729
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
103
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large City
County
Fulton County

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