Young Americans Christian School

Young Americans Christian School is a college preparatory private Christian school serving Rockdale and Newton Counties for over 30 years.Young Americans Christian School is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International and by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools(SACS). YACS was voted Readers Best Choice private school for Rockdale/Newton counties in 2018.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 482 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Young Americans Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
482 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
52%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Young Americans Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
Advanced Courses
AP/ACCEL Courses:World History, Calculus, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, U.S History
Average SAT score
1090
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Band, Fine Arts

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Young Americans Christian School cost?
Young Americans Christian School's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.
What schools are Young Americans Christian School often compared to?
Young Americans Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Peachtree Academy School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Young Americans Christian School offer?
Young Americans Christian School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Young Americans Christian School's ranking?
Young Americans Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Young Americans Christian School?
The application deadline for Young Americans Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 482 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Georgia is $14,059 for elementary schools and $14,320 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Georgia is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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