Saint Thomas More Catholic School Photo - First graders sharing some love

Best Decatur Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 32 private schools serving 3,478 students in Decatur, GA (there are 43 public schools, serving 22,089 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in Decatur, GA are educated in private schools (compared to the GA state average of 9%).
The top ranked private schools in Decatur, GA include Arbor Montessori School, Saint Thomas More Catholic School, and Academe Of The Oaks.
The average tuition cost is $18,015, which is higher than the Georgia private school average tuition cost of $14,215.
47% of private schools in Decatur, GA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Decatur Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Academe Of The Oaks
Academe Of The Oaks Photo
(15)
146 New St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 405-2173
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
The Waldorf School Of Atlanta
The Waldorf School Of Atlanta Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(14)
827 Kirk Road
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-1315
Gr: PK-8 | 245 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Arbor Montessori School
Arbor Montessori School Photo
Montessori School
(7)
2998 Lavista Road
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 321-9304
Gr: PK-8 | 513 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cambridge Academy
(1)
2780 Flat Shoals Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 241-1321
Gr: K-6 | 65 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Decatur 1st United Methodist Preschool & Kindergar
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
300 E Ponce De Leon Avenue
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-5784
Gr: PK-K | 153 students Tuition listed
Decatur Presbyterian Children's Community
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
205 Sycamore St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 378-1770
Gr: PK-K | 79 students
Saint Thomas More Catholic School
Saint Thomas More Catholic School Photo - First graders sharing some love
(Catholic)
(5)
630 W Ponce De Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 373-8456
Gr: PK-8 | 472 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3516 Covington highway
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 308-8548
Gr: 7-12 | 26 students Avg. class size: 2 students Tuition listed
All Star Kids Academy
(Christian)
4518 Covington Highway
Decatur, GA 30035
(404) 284-2327
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students
2941 Columbia Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 289-8106
Gr: Inquire with school | 120 students
Decatur Montessori
Decatur Montessori Photo - Home away from home- a loving and caring atmosphere gives a homelike feel. Children are comfortable, happy and have fun with collaborative experiential learning. School prides on trained and dedicated teachers and is well sought after in the community. A year-round and all-day Montessori school also offering shorter schedules at a low tuition level providing impeccable quality *
Montessori School
1429 Church Street
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-0620
Gr: NS-PK | 63 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
The Friends School Of Atlanta
The Friends School Of Atlanta Photo
(Friends)
(5)
862 Columbia Drive
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 373-8746
Gr: NS-8 | 189 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Global Village Project
All-girls | Special Program Emphasis
205 Sycamore Street
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 371-0107
Gr: Inquire with school | 40 students
The Goddard School
The Goddard School Photo
Daycare / Preschool
1902 Clairmont Road
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 480-8220
Gr: NS-K
Green Pastures Christian School
(Christian)
5455 Flat Shoals Pkwy
Decatur, GA 30034
(770) 987-8121
Gr: PK-7 | 38 students
3250 Rainbow Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 486-5750
Gr: PK-12 | 158 students Avg. class size: 10 students
Hess Academy
(1)
611 Medlock Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 308-6380
Gr: PK-8 | 74 students Tuition listed
The Hirsch Academy
Special Education School
705 S. Candler Street
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 378-9706
Gr: K-8 | 14 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Hoke Mcneal Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
3055 River Oak Mews
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 635-8354
Gr: PK-5 | 29 students
5271 Snapfinger Woods Dr
Decatur, GA 30035
(678) 594-3941
Gr: PK-12 | 53 students
1879 Columbia Dr Ste B
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 284-0048
Gr: K-8 | 48 students Tuition listed
Kreative Kids Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Seventh Day Adventist)
6007 Covington Hwy
Decatur, GA 30035
(770) 323-7599
Gr: PK-K | 29 students
Love & Grace Christian Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
4164 Rainbow Drive
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 288-2350
Gr: NS-K | 85 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4
Lullwater School Inc
Special Education School
705 South Candler Street
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 378-6643
Gr: 1-8 | 61 students
Montessori Academy
Montessori School
189 Sams St Ste A
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 320-0400
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Montessori School At Emory
Montessori School At Emory Photo - We have been in existence for over 25 years educating children ages 15 months to 14 years old. Our teachers each have degrees and AMI certifications in their perspective age groups providing you a true and authentic Montessori experience. Our environments foster independence, self-confidence, determination, leadership skills, a love for learning and more.
Montessori School
3021 N Decatur Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 634-5777
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
3592 Flat Shoals Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 241-0659
Gr: PK-8 | 122 students
Rainbow Academy Of Learning
Alternative School
4177 Rainbow Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 534-9379
Gr: PK-K | 85 students
Rainbow Park Baptist Church School
(Baptist)
2941 Columbia Drive
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 284-6969
Gr: 1-8
2560 Tilson Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 241-3063
Gr: PK-8 | 123 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Shekinah Glory Christian Academy
(Christian)
6087 Covington Hwy
Decatur, GA 30035
(770) 808-4647
Gr: K-5 | 25 students
Wings Of A Dove Christian Academy
(Christian)
(3)
5440 Covington Hwy
Decatur, GA 30035
(678) 418-3209
Gr: PK-5 | 59 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Decatur, Georgia

Decatur, Georgia Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3561 Covington Highway
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 299-1131
Gr: PK-8 | 69 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Decatur, GA?
The top ranked private schools in Decatur, GA include Arbor Montessori School, Saint Thomas More Catholic School, and Academe Of The Oaks.
How many private schools are located in Decatur?
32 private schools are located in Decatur.
How much do private schools cost in Decatur?
The average tuition cost is $18,015, which is higher than the Georgia private school average tuition cost of $14,215.
How diverse are private schools in Decatur?
Decatur private schools are approximately 50% minority students, which is higher than the Georgia private school average of 27%.
What percentage of students in Decatur go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Decatur are educated in private schools (compared to the GA state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Decatur?
47% of private schools in Decatur are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Decatur are often viewed compared to one another?

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