We are dedicated to the goal to have our students "Grow in wisdom and statue and in favor with God and man." At Hillcrest we have the freedom to pray and learn in a safe Christian environment.
We have a loving and caring faculty and staff, dedicated to a vision of sending forth Christian children to serve the Lord as well as their community.The school offers a kindergarten, elementary, and middle school.
Hillcrest Baptist School is accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission, and we are monitored on a regular basis to ascertain that high educational standards are maintained.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
143 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hillcrest Baptist School?
The application deadline for Hillcrest Baptist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest Baptist School located?
Hillcrest Baptist School is located in the Brookwood neighborhood of Augusta, GA.
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