Acton Academy Marietta is a nonsectarian, co–ed alternative school located in the small city of Marietta, GA, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade.
The school enrolls 11 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 2 teachers.
The student body includes 18% students of color, reflecting some diversity in the school community.
Acton Academy Marietta operates within a city setting and is a member of other school associations.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Acton Academy Marietta?
The application deadline for Acton Academy Marietta is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Acton Academy Marietta is Mde School Of East Cobb (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Wood Acres School (0.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
1517 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 971-4633
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 971-4633
0.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 63 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition listed
4616 Roswell Rd
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 565-0881
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 565-0881
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 109 students Avg. class size: 12 students
1772 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30062
(470) 683-7818
Marietta, GA 30062
(470) 683-7818
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 428 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
3584 Providence Road
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 579-1190
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 579-1190
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-K
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1517 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 971-4633
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 971-4633
0.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 63 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition listed
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Alternative School (Christian)
955 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30068
(678) 784-5231
Marietta, GA 30068
(678) 784-5231
1.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 458 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mt Bethel Christian Academy ![Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo - MBCA provides a truly Christ-centered education for our children through an environment which develops and encourages academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a lifelong love and desire for learning.]( "Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo - MBCA provides a truly Christ-centered education for our children through an environment which develops and encourages academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a lifelong love and desire for learning.")
(Christian)
4385 Lower Roswell Road
Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 971-0245
Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 971-0245
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 698 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
9375 Willeo Rd
Roswell, GA 30075
(770) 641-8257
Roswell, GA 30075
(770) 641-8257
3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 801 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
2450 Lower Roswell Rd
Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 971-2332
Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 971-2332
4.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 269 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1517 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 971-4633
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 971-4633
0.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 63 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition listed
4616 Roswell Rd
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 565-0881
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 565-0881
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 109 students Avg. class size: 12 students
1772 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30062
(470) 683-7818
Marietta, GA 30062
(470) 683-7818
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 428 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Johnson Ferry Christian Academy ![Johnson Ferry Christian Academy Photo - From a JFCA Parent "The administration and teachers are FOR my students; they promote my children; they care about all aspects of my children. The time at school and at home encourages students to be disciplined while also giving parents the opportunity to continue to disciple their children. This model empowers and edifies the family. It offers the best lifestyle."]( "Johnson Ferry Christian Academy Photo - From a JFCA Parent \"The administration and teachers are FOR my students; they promote my children; they care about all aspects of my children. The time at school and at home encourages students to be disciplined while also giving parents the opportunity to continue to disciple their children. This model empowers and edifies the family. It offers the best lifestyle.\"")
Alternative School (Christian)
955 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30068
(678) 784-5231
Marietta, GA 30068
(678) 784-5231
1.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 458 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1772 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30062
(470) 683-7818
Marietta, GA 30062
(470) 683-7818
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 428 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
3584 Providence Road
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 579-1190
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 579-1190
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-K
Parker-Chase Preschool of East Cobb - Johnson Ferry ![Parker-Chase Preschool of East Cobb - Johnson Ferry Photo]( "Parker-Chase Preschool of East Cobb - Johnson Ferry Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
505 Johnson Ferry Rd
Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 565-2220
Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 565-2220
2 miles
Gr: NS Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Cresco Montessori
Montessori School
3001 Johnson Ferry Rd
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 992-8031
Marietta, GA 30062
(770) 992-8031
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 46 students
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Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-3000
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-3000
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(678) 838-2683
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(770) 443-1182
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(770) 443-1182
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Rank:
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(770) 651-5400
Douglasville, GA 30134
(770) 651-5400
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(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
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Rank:
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(770) 651-6500
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(770) 651-6500
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