Smoke Rise Prep vs. The Children's School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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The Children's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
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Overview
Smoke Rise Prep in Tucker, GA, serves 82 co–ed students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 14 teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Smoke Rise Prep is nonsectarian and reflects local diversity, with 48% of students representing students of color.
This suburban Georgia K–8 private school provides education in a large suburban locale.
Enrollment size and student–teacher ratio compare with regional private schools like The Children's School and Parkview Christian School.
The Children's School is a learning community that serves preschool through grade 8 students. At TCS, every program, teacher, and experience is intentionally designed for the developmental needs of children and young adolescents. Students have the time and support to grow in confidence, discover who they are, and build the academic foundation and character they'll carry into high school and beyond. Why Families Choose TCS Preschool through Grade 8 with every program designed specifically for children and young adolescents
Strong academics that challenge students to think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively
Progressive, hands-on learning that connects classroom learning to the real worldProject-based learning that inspires curiosity, creativity, and collaboration
Character development woven into everyday learning, helping students become compassionate, responsible community members
Outdoor Education that builds confidence, resilience, and independence Students from more than 50 metro Atlanta zip codes 90% of graduates attend their first-choice high school
Grades Offered
K-8
NS-8
Blue Ribbon School
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No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Literacy support and enrichment
Year Founded
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1970
Students Body
Total Students
82 students
313 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
52%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
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32
Pre-K Students
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31
Kindergarten Students
5
28
Grade 1 Students
7
44
Grade 2 Students
6
24
Grade 3 Students
7
30
Grade 4 Students
10
30
Grade 5 Students
11
26
Grade 6 Students
11
27
Grade 7 Students
13
24
Grade 8 Students
12
17
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
50 teachers
Average Class Size
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14
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
6:1
Classroom Dress Code
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Casual
(No dress code)
(No dress code)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 31 / Dec. 13 / rolling
Tuition Cost
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$24,897
Tuition Notes
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Preschool program: $22,435 per year
Elementary program (K-grade 5): $25,238
Middle School (grades 6-8): $27,019
Acceptance Rate
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24%
Admissions Director
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Pauline Jennett
Admissions Associate
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Alison Schers
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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11
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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19
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBaking & Cooking
Chess ClubExtended Day
MinecraftReading Club
RoboticsSports Club
STEAM ClubStudent Ambassadors
Student CouncilStudy Hall
Urban Farming
Arts and Music Programs:
Enrichment ProgramsTCS Jr. Players
TCS PlayersTCS Players (Theater)
TCS VoicesTCS Voices (Chorus)