Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Compass Prep Academy
About the School
- Compass Prep Academy is a Christian K12 micro hybrid academy in Canton, Georgia, where students are known, supported, and encouraged to grow.
- Since 2005, Compass Prep has partnered with families to provide a small, flexible learning environment that blends in-person instruction, independent learning, academic support, and character development.Accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission, Compass Prep offers academy classes, Directed Studies, transcript services, and college-readiness guidance for families seeking a personalized alternative to traditional school.
- Our heart is to help each student build confidence, take ownership of learning, and grow academically, personally, and spiritually.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Teal/Black
Last Day of School
Tue. May 18, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
49 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 28%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
College Acceptance Rate
98%
School Notes
- School Motto: Christ is Our True North
- Compass Prep Academy is a Christian K12 micro hybrid academy in Canton, Georgia, serving families who desire a smaller, more personalized approach to education. Since 2005, Compass Prep has partnered with families to provide a supportive learning environment where students are known by name, encouraged in their strengths, and guided with care through their academic journey.Guided by our motto, "Christ Our True North," Compass Prep is committed to helping students grow academically, personally, and spiritually. Our hybrid model blends in-person instruction, independent learning, academic accountability, and family partnership, giving students both structure and flexibility. This approach allows students to receive meaningful classroom instruction while also developing independence, responsibility, and ownership of their education.Compass Prep serves students in kindergarten through 12th grade through small classes, individualized support, Directed Studies, transcript services, academic coaching, and college-readiness guidance. Our academy is designed for families who are looking for an alternative to a traditional five-day school setting while still wanting strong academics, Christian values, community, and professional oversight.Accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission, Compass Prep provides a trusted academic path for families seeking high school credits, transcripts, graduation planning, dual enrollment guidance, and college preparation. We understand that every student's path looks different, and we work closely with families to help students move forward with confidence.At Compass Prep, students are more than a number. They are part of a close-knit community where teachers, staff, and families work together to support growth, build character, and prepare students for the next step. Our heart is to provide a place where students feel seen, supported, challenged, and equipped to follow the path God has placed before them.
Source: Verified school update
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The application deadline for Compass Prep Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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