Georgia-Cumberland Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked GA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 288 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Georgia-Cumberland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
Georgia Private School Accreditation Council (GAPSAC)
General Conference of SDA Church

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Georgia-Cumberland Academy
9	64
10	87
11	57
12	80

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Year Founded

1965

School Calendar

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Campus Size

500 acres

Student Body

Total Students

288 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

35%

State avg.: 28%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP Literature

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

GCA polos, khaki pants or jean, GCA outerwear

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,000

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Tuition Notes

This is the tuition rate for village students and includes books, laptop rental, and general fees. The cost for boarding is an additional $10,370 for the dorm and cafeteria.

% on Financial Aid

70%

Admissions Director

Naila Betances-Diaz

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

GymnasticsSoccer

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClassesCamerata (choir)

Concert BandMagnify Worship

Sinfonietta (strings group)

School Notes

At GCA, we`re dedicated to helping our students know Jesus as a friend, love God and those around us, and serve our church and community.
We worship, learn, play, create, and work together as a family.

School Mascot: Jaguar

Since opening in 1965, our mission has been to equip students with the skills necessary to be successful in college and beyond while focusing on eternity. We accomplish this by fostering an educational environment of excellence where students, faculty, and staff pursue a shared goalto know Jesus as Savior and Friend, to love God and those He brings into our lives, and to serve the church and society.
GCA is blessed to be situated on 500 acres in the beautiful countryside of Calhoun, Georgia. Located about an hour north of Atlanta, and an hour south of Chattanooga, Tennessee, GCA`s campus features plenty of spaces for socializing and athletic activities, not to mention state-of-the-art classrooms and learning spaces.
We endeavor to pursue our mission-"to know, to love, to serve"-in the context of a positive Christian environment that emphasizes spiritual growth; commitment to academic integrity; respect for God, people, and our world; and a healthy, active lifestyle. About two-thirds of the student body live in the dormitories, while one-third live off campus. The school`s enrollment is approximately 280 students, with a student-teacher ratio of about 25:1.
The school is accredited by Middle States Association (MSA), Georgia Private School Accreditation Council (GAPSAC), and Adventist Accrediting Association.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Georgia-Cumberland Academy cost?

Georgia-Cumberland Academy's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students.

What schools are Georgia-Cumberland Academy often compared to?

Georgia-Cumberland Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Atlanta Adventist Academy by visitors of our site.

What sports does Georgia-Cumberland Academy offer?

Georgia-Cumberland Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is Georgia-Cumberland Academy's ranking?

Georgia-Cumberland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Georgia-Cumberland Academy?

The application deadline for Georgia-Cumberland Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

I love GCA!! There are amazing sports (even gymnastics) and music programs! The teachers are very qualified and are great at explaining things. The dorm life is structured, yet you have freedom. The other staff, especially the deans, are very supportive and friendly. There aren't really any cliques, almost all the students are very acceptable of each other. The spiritual atmosphere is amazing and you really learn how to better your walk with God. The campus and buildings are beautiful and well-maintained. Another bonus is the dorm rooms have tons of storage!!...I''d recommend it to anyone!!

- Posted by Student/Alumni - hanke

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The average private school tuition in Georgia is $14,123 for elementary schools and $14,348 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Georgia is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).