Very Good
#108 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 25% of private schools
The Joseph Sams School
School
280 BRANDYWINE BLVD, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#108 of 433
In Fayetteville
#3 of 8
public schools
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About The Joseph Sams School
The Joseph Sams School is a private school in Fayetteville, GA. The Joseph Sams School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Joseph Sams School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, The Joseph Sams School 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 4.5:1 students to teachers, The Joseph Sams School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Joseph Sams 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
BetaHow The Joseph Sams School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Fayetteville, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Joseph Sams School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Fayetteville Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Spring Hill Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Cleveland Elementary School | 7.5 |
| North Fayette Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Sara Harp Minter Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Inman Elementary | 7.8 |
| River's Edge Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Peeples Elementary School | 9.3 |
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
280 BRANDYWINE BLVD, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Joseph Sams School may also want to explore other schools in the area. COUNTERPANE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 4.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE FOREST SCHOOL: AN ACTON ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Elementary School Fayetteville | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Spring Hill Elementary School Fayetteville | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| GROWING MINDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Fayette County High School Fayetteville | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| GENESIS LEARNING SERVICES Fayetteville | 1.7 mi | — |
| Bennett's Mill Middle School Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Cleveland Elementary School Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| THE FOREST SCHOOL: AN ACTON ACADEMY Fayetteville | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| North Fayette Elementary School Fayetteville | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Whitewater Middle School Fayetteville | 4.4 mi | 8.9 |
| THE FOUNDRY Fayetteville | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| COUNTERPANE SCHOOL Fayetteville | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Sara Harp Minter Elementary School Fayetteville | 4.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Whitewater High School Fayetteville | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| DREAM KEEPERS ACADEMY Fayetteville | 5.0 mi | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| KULIMA MONTESSORI Fayette | 5.0 mi | — |
| J.C. Booth Middle School Peachtree City | 4.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Inman Elementary Fayetteville | 5.5 mi | 7.8 |
| McIntosh High School Peachtree City | 5.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,138
Median Home Value
$338,300
Median Rent
$1,599/mo
Population
32,003
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
34.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Augusta, GA | 7.0 |
| MDE SCHOOL OF EAST COBB Marietta, GA | 7.0 |
| CLEARWATER ACADEMY Tyrone, GA | 7.2 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ludowici, GA | 7.2 |
| ALPHARETTA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Alpharetta, GA | 6.9 |
| CLEARWATER ACADEMY Tyrone, GA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Joseph Sams School
What grades does The Joseph Sams School serve?
The Joseph Sams School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend The Joseph Sams School?
The Joseph Sams School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Joseph Sams School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Joseph Sams School is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Joseph Sams School rank in GA?
The Joseph Sams School ranks #108 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is The Joseph Sams School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Joseph Sams School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Joseph Sams School a private school?
Yes, The Joseph Sams 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 Joseph Sams School a religious school?
No, The Joseph Sams School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 49
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fayette County
- Phone
- (770) 461-5894
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