Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy (2026-27 Profile)

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Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 86 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,450
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy
Nursery	2
Pre-K	5
Kind	3
1	2
2	2
3	1
4	5
5	3
6	3
7	10
8	10
9	16
10	7
11	8
12	6
Ungraded	3

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Grade 9 has most students with 16, more than any other grade at Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy.

Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild learning differences, ADHD, behavioral IEP, and mild physical disabilities.

Year Founded

1986

Student Body

Total Students

86 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Casual Uniforms and Dress Uniform

Number of AP Courses

7 courses

Advanced Courses

African American StudiesCalculus A/B

Calculus B/CEnglish Language

English LitResearch

US History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,450

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Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Naomi Thompson

Admissions Associate

Johnia Blue

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

Grey, Maroon

School Mascot

Warrior

School Notes

At Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy and Early Learning Center, we believe that God has uniquely created each of His children and endued them with gifts to be used to bring Him honor and glory.
We consider it our responsibility to unfold this uniqueness and these gifts in each child and to motivate each child to do his utmost to achieve and exemplify excellence in every aspect of his life.
Thus, all learning will be rooted in the understanding of faith in God and the power of His Word.

At Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy and Early Learning Center, we believe that God has uniquely created each of His children and endued them with gifts to be used to bring Him honor and glory.
We consider it our responsibility to unfold this uniqueness and these gifts in each child and to motivate each child to do his utmost to achieve and exemplify excellence in every aspect of his life.
Thus, all learning will be rooted in the understanding of faith in God and the power of His Word.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dwight Howard - NBA All-Star

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy cost?

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $9,450 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 82%.

Who are famous alumni from Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy?

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy famous alumni include: Dwight Howard.

What sports does Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy offer?

Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Atlanta, GA is $20,315 for elementary schools and $23,038 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Atlanta, GA is 72% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).