The Torch Christian Academy is a private Christian school offering students a Biblical world view of education. We believe students learn best by particiating in educational experiences that develops the whole child, inclluding spiritual, social and physica growth. We focus on hands on learning as well as problem solving and basic fundamentals of education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Torch Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
98%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms required for K-4
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Preschool costs depend on the age of the child for preschool
Admissions Director
Carrie Akers
Admissions Associate
Carrie Akers
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Torch Christian Academy cost?
The Torch Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What is The Torch Christian Academy's ranking?
The Torch Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for The Torch Christian Academy?
The application deadline for The Torch Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to The Torch Christian Academy is Trinity Classical School (4.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Rabun Gap Nacoochee School (4.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Trinity Classical School
(Christian)
243 Hazel Creek Church Rd
Mount Airy, GA 30563
(706) 894-2404
Mount Airy, GA 30563
(706) 894-2404
4.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
181 Jefferson Street
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 746-7720
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 746-7720
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 607 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
White Creek Christian Academy
(Christian)
67 Academy Dr
Cleveland, GA 30528
(706) 865-1917
Cleveland, GA 30528
(706) 865-1917
10 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
640 Main St
Clermont, GA 30527
(770) 983-9433
Clermont, GA 30527
(770) 983-9433
12.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 62 students Avg. class size: 7 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
198 Cooper Road
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 647-1885
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 647-1885
16.7 miles
Gr: 5-10 Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Trinity Classical School
(Christian)
243 Hazel Creek Church Rd
Mount Airy, GA 30563
(706) 894-2404
Mount Airy, GA 30563
(706) 894-2404
4.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
181 Jefferson Street
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 746-7720
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 746-7720
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 607 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
White Creek Christian Academy
(Christian)
67 Academy Dr
Cleveland, GA 30528
(706) 865-1917
Cleveland, GA 30528
(706) 865-1917
10 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
198 Cooper Road
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 647-1885
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 647-1885
16.7 miles
Gr: 5-10 Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Po Box 10
Tallulah Falls, GA 30573
(706) 754-0400
Tallulah Falls, GA 30573
(706) 754-0400
17.1 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 565 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Trinity Classical School
(Christian)
243 Hazel Creek Church Rd
Mount Airy, GA 30563
(706) 894-2404
Mount Airy, GA 30563
(706) 894-2404
4.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
181 Jefferson Street
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 746-7720
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 746-7720
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 607 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
White Creek Christian Academy
(Christian)
67 Academy Dr
Cleveland, GA 30528
(706) 865-1917
Cleveland, GA 30528
(706) 865-1917
10 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
640 Main St
Clermont, GA 30527
(770) 983-9433
Clermont, GA 30527
(770) 983-9433
12.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 62 students Avg. class size: 7 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
198 Cooper Road
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 647-1885
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 647-1885
16.7 miles
Gr: 5-10 Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
181 Jefferson Street
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 746-7720
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 746-7720
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 607 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
White Creek Christian Academy
(Christian)
67 Academy Dr
Cleveland, GA 30528
(706) 865-1917
Cleveland, GA 30528
(706) 865-1917
10 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Little Way Montessori School
Montessori School (Catholic)
192 Bunkhouse Dr
Tiger, GA 30576
(706) 782-4400
Tiger, GA 30576
(706) 782-4400
18.8 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 19 students
796 Lakeview Drive
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 532-4383
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 532-4383
21.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 505 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 39 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Elanchee Nature Academy
Montessori School
2125 Elachee Dr
Gainesville, GA 30504
(770) 535-1976
Gainesville, GA 30504
(770) 535-1976
26.1 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 44 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mundy Mill Arts Academy
(Math: 32% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4260 Mundy Mill Parkway
Gainesville, GA 30504
(770) 534-0671
Gainesville, GA 30504
(770) 534-0671
8789.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 825 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Mcever Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3265 Montgomery Dr
Gainesville, GA 30504
(770) 534-7473
Gainesville, GA 30504
(770) 534-7473
8789.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Chestatee Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2740 Fran Mar Dr
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 297-6270
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 297-6270
8789.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 834 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Sardis Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2805 Sardis Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-0104
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-0104
8790 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Chestatee High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3005 Sardis Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-1162
Gainesville, GA 30506
(770) 532-1162
8790.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,245 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
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