Decatur Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 21 private elementary schools serving 2,690 students in Decatur, GA.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Georgia private elementary school average acceptance rate of 80%.
57% of private elementary schools in Decatur, GA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 21
  • # Students Served: 2,690
  • Average Tuition: $22,133
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 21%
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 50%
  • View Decatur, GA School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 21
  • # Students Served: 2,690
  • Average Tuition: $22,133
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 21%
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 50%
  • View Decatur, GA School Trends

Top Ranked Decatur Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Arbor Montessori School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 513 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 5
Montessori School
2998 Lavista Road
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 321-9304
(7)
Map of Cambridge Academy
Gr: K-5 | 88 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
2780 Flat Shoals Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 241-1321
(1)
Saint Thomas More Catholic School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 452 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 12
Catholic
630 W Ponce De Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 373-8456
(5)
Threshold Community Program (formerly The Community School) Photo
Gr: 7-12 | 26 students
Avg. class size: 2 students
Alternative School
3516 Covington highway
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 308-8548
(1)
Map of All Star Kids Academy
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students
Christian
4518 Covington Highway
Decatur, GA 30035
(404) 284-2327
The Friends School Of Atlanta Photo
Gr: NS-8 | 189 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 10
Friends
862 Columbia Drive
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 373-8746
(5)
Map of Green Pastures Christian School
Gr: PK-7 | 38 students
Christian
5455 Flat Shoals Pkwy
Decatur, GA 30034
(770) 987-8121
Map of Greenforest Mccalep Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 158 students
Baptist
3250 Rainbow Dr
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 486-5750
Map of Hess Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 74 students
611 Medlock Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
(678) 308-6380
(1)
Map of The Hirsch Academy
Gr: K-8 | 14 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Special Education School
705 S. Candler Street
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 378-9706
Map of Hoke Mcneal Academy
Gr: PK-5 | 29 students
Alternative School (Christian)
3055 River Oak Mews
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 635-8354
Map of Howard Scholars Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 53 students
5271 Snapfinger Woods Dr
Decatur, GA 30035
(678) 594-3941
Map of Kilombo Academic & Cult. Inst.
Gr: K-8 | 48 students
1879 Columbia Dr Ste B
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 284-0048
Map of Lullwater School Inc
Gr: 1-8 | 61 students
Special Education School
705 South Candler Street
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 378-6643
Montessori School At Emory Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8
Montessori School
3021 N Decatur Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 634-5777
Map of New Life Christian Academy Of Achievers
Gr: PK-8 | 122 students
Christian
3592 Flat Shoals Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 241-0659
Map of Rainbow Park Baptist Church School
Gr: 1-8
Baptist
2941 Columbia Drive
Decatur, GA 30034
(404) 284-6969
Map of St. Peter Claver Regional Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 123 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
2560 Tilson Rd
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 241-3063
Map of Shekinah Glory Christian Academy
Gr: K-5 | 25 students
Christian
6087 Covington Hwy
Decatur, GA 30035
(770) 808-4647
The Waldorf School Of Atlanta Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 245 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 11
Waldorf School
827 Kirk Road
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 377-1315
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Map of Becker Adventist School
Gr: PK-8 | 69 students
Seventh Day Adventist
3561 Covington Highway
Decatur, GA 30032
(404) 299-1131

Decatur, GA Private School Trends (10-Year)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Decatur, GA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Decatur, GA include Saint Thomas More Catholic School, Arbor Montessori School, and Cambridge Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in Decatur?
21 private elementary schools are located in Decatur.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Decatur?
Decatur private elementary schools are approximately 50% minority students, which is higher than the Georgia private school average of 27%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Decatur?
57% of private elementary schools in Decatur are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
Which private elementary schools in Decatur are often viewed compared to one another?

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