Hillside Preschool And Academy serves 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, is a member of the Institute for Independent Education and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of Hillside Preschool And Academy is 29:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Methodist.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Hillside Preschool And Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
382 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hillside Preschool And Academy often compared to?
Hillside Preschool And Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Lyndon Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Hillside Preschool And Academy's ranking?
Hillside Preschool And 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 Hillside Preschool And Academy?
The application deadline for Hillside Preschool And Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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