For the 2026 school year, there are 913 private schools serving 163,555 students in Georgia (there are 2,330 public schools, serving 1,747,653 students). 9% of all K-12 students in Georgia attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $14,308 for elementary schools and $14,590 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Georgia include St. Pius X Catholic High School, Fulton Science Academy Private School, and Augusta Preparatory Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 78% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 28% and the student-teacher ratio is 10:1.
Top-Ranked Georgia Private Schools by County (2026)
Popular neighborhoods: Buckhead (14 schools), Briarcliff Heights (6 schools), Midtown (6 schools), Druid Hills (5 schools), East Columbus (5 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in Georgia?
The top-ranked private schools in Georgia include St. Pius X Catholic High School, Fulton Science Academy Private School, and Augusta Preparatory Day School.
How many private schools are located in Georgia?
There are 913 private schools are located in Georgia.
How much do private schools cost in Georgia?
The average private school tuition in Georgia is $14,308 for elementary schools and $14,590 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Georgia?
Approximately 28% of students in Georgia private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Georgia go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Georgia attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Georgia?
Which private schools in Georgia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Georgia include: First Academy vs. Citizens Christian Academy, The Goddard School vs. Creme De La Creme, The Goddard School vs. Primrose School Of Sprayberry
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