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#388 of 433 private schools in GA

The Shepherds Academy

School

4895 MEDLOCK TRL CT, Snellville, GA 30039

Private

Enrollment

50

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#388 of 433

In Snellville

#2 of 3

public schools

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The Shepherds Academy

4.8/10

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

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5.8/10

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About The Shepherds Academy

The Shepherds Academy is a private school in Snellville, GA. The Shepherds Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Shepherds Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #388 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares1.5 pts below GA schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • GA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, The Shepherds 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.

The Shepherds 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 The Shepherds Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Snellville, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
50
This School
vs
1,325
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.8
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 68% vs 0%
White 28% vs 0%
Hispanic 2% vs 0%
Asian 2% vs 0%
The Shepherds Academy Snellville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Shepherds Academy (this school) 4.8
Norton Elementary School 5.8
Anderson-Livsey Elementary School 6.2
Partee Elementary School 8.6
Centerville Elementary School 6.0
Snellville Middle School 6.0
Annistown Elementary School 7.2
Shiloh High School 5.2
Shiloh Middle School 5.7
South Gwinnett High School 4.8
Britt Elementary School 5.8
Shiloh Elementary School 7.5
Brookwood Elementary School 9.0
Brookwood High School 6.8
Pharr Elementary School 9.2

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)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
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School Day Length 5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 900
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 46%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Enrollment 50
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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 68.0%
White 28.0%
Hispanic 2.0%
Asian 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4895 MEDLOCK TRL CT, Snellville, GA 30039

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Shepherds Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Partee Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sharon Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Loganville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shiloh Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Snellville, see our Snellville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Norton Elementary School Snellville 2.4 mi 5.8
Anderson-Livsey Elementary School Snellville 2.7 mi 6.2
House Elementary School Conyers 3.5 mi 4.5
Partee Elementary School Snellville 3.2 mi 8.6
Centerville Elementary School Snellville 3.8 mi 6.0
Rosebud Elementary School Loganville 3.7 mi 7.4
Snellville Middle School Snellville 4.1 mi 6.0
Annistown Elementary School Snellville 4.2 mi 7.2
THE SHEPHERD'S ACADEMY Snellville 4.3 mi 6.4
Sharon Elementary School Loganville 4.5 mi 8.0
Rock Chapel Elementary School Lithonia 4.5 mi 4.1
South Gwinnett High School Snellville 5.5 mi 4.8
Britt Elementary School Snellville 5.5 mi 5.8
Shiloh High School Snellville 5.1 mi 5.2
Shiloh Middle School Snellville 5.3 mi 5.7
Magill Elementary School Loganville 5.7 mi 5.5
Pine Street Elementary School Conyers 6.2 mi 4.8
Grace Snell Middle School Loganville 5.7 mi 5.6
Shiloh Elementary School Snellville 5.6 mi 7.5
Conyers Middle School Conyers 6.3 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,500

Median Home Value

$274,900

Median Rent

$1,850/mo

Population

51,742

College Educated

35.6%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

40.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Shepherds Academy

What grades does The Shepherds Academy serve?

The Shepherds Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend The Shepherds Academy?

The Shepherds Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Shepherds Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at The Shepherds Academy is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Shepherds Academy rank in GA?

The Shepherds Academy ranks #388 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is The Shepherds Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

The Shepherds Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Shepherds Academy a private school?

Yes, The Shepherds 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 The Shepherds Academy a religious school?

The Shepherds Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
50
Gender Split
18% M / 82% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gwinnett County

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