For the 2024 school year, there are 879 private schools serving 158,569 students in Georgia (there are 2,316 public schools, serving 1,744,208 students). 8% of all K-12 students in Georgia are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $11,843 for elementary schools and $12,495 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Georgia include Marist School, St. Pius X Catholic High School and The Westminster Schools.
The average acceptance rate is 80% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 28% and the student:teacher ratio is 10:1.
Top Ranked Georgia Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: Buckhead (15 schools), Briarcliff Heights (6 schools), Druid Hills (6 schools), Gwinnett Village (6 schools), Midtown (6 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Georgia?
The best top ranked private schools in Georgia include Marist School, St. Pius X Catholic High School and The Westminster Schools.
How many private schools are located in Georgia?
879 private schools are located in Georgia.
How much do private schools cost in Georgia?
The average private school tuition in Georgia is $11,843 for elementary schools and $12,495 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Georgia?
Georgia private schools are approximately 28% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Georgia go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Georgia are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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