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Pinecrest Academy

#2 in Best Catholic High Schools in Georgia
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Catholic
  • PK, K-12
  • Cumming, GA
  • 65 reviews
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Sports
      B-
    Address
    955 Peachtree Parkway
    Cumming, GA 30041
    Telephone
    (770) 888-4477
    Website
    pinecrestacademy.org

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $150
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    SSAT

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $18,470
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
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    Average Financial Aid
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    From Pinecrest Academy

    Pinecrest Academy is a private, PreK3-12, Catholic school, located in north Atlanta, GA. We provide an atmosphere of academic rigor and critical thinking, while offering Christ-centered, personalized attention to our students. We implement the philosophy of Integral Formation®, developing the human, intellectual, spiritual, and apostolic dimensions of the whole child. Over fifty percent of our faculty hold advanced degrees, and our high school graduation rate has been 100% since 2007, with the first graduating class. Pinecrest is a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School, the only PreK-12 school in the State of Georgia to receive this award. A beautiful new Lower School building opened in August 2019, and a new turf athletic field debuted in September 2019. Visit www.pinecrestacademy.org or call (770) 888-4477.

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    Pinecrest Academy Rankings

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1290
    39 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    61 responses
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    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    63%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.8 responses
    Poll
    50%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.8 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 13 responses
    Report
    • Dressing up for homecoming week
      23%
    • Founders Day Mass
      15%
    • Grade Level Retreats
      15%
    • Saints Parade and Angel Parade
      15%
    • Homecoming
      8%
    • March for Life Trip to Washington, DC
      8%
    • New locks on bathroom doors
      8%

      Students

      Diversity
      B
      Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
      Students
      807
      67%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.6 responses
      33%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.6 responses
      50%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.6 responses

      Preschool

      Annual Cost
      $10,200
      Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
      Starting Age
      3
      Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
      8:1
      Website
      pinecrestacademy.org/academics/pre-k3--4
      Schedule Options
      • Offers Full Week
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      • Offers Part Week
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      • Offers Full Day
        Yes
      • Offers Part Day
        Yes

      Teachers

      Student-Teacher Ratio
      11:1
      National
      17:1
      Poll
      64%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.11 responses
      Poll
      73%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.11 responses
      Poll
      45%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.11 responses

      Clubs & Activities

      Clubs & Activities
      B-
      Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
      Girls Athletic Participation
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      Boys Athletic Participation
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      33%
      of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.6 responses
      33%
      of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.6 responses
      50%
      of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.6 responses
      Living in the Area
      A+
      Overall Niche Grade
      How are grades calculated?
      1. Cost of Living
        B-
      2. Good for Families
        A+
      3. Housing
        A+
      Area Feel
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      Median Household Income
      $96,445
      National
      $55,322
      Median Rent
      $1,249
      National
      $949
      Median Home Value
      $301,100
      National
      $184,700

      Pinecrest Academy Reviews

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      All 3 of my children attended Pinecrest Academy. They received more than just a strong academic education. The school teaches students strong character skills as well as the Catholic faith. The family environment is wonderful where some of our best friendships and our children's best friendships were formed. I highly recommend Pinecrest!
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      Teacher and student attrition is rampant. Last school year, four teachers, of the junior class alone, were fired or left before winter break. This year there are only 16 girls in the entire sophomore class. More of an emphasis is placed on being gender separate rather than providing separate honors or accelerated classes. This school year EVERY sophomore girl takes the same math, science, and language arts class and receives honors credit, regardless of their skill set.This year the head high school counselor quit and no announcement was made to the seniors or their parents. Little to no personal teacher to parent communication occurs in the middle school and high school. New administration started again this year and hopefully changes will be on the horizon.
      After moving from Baltimore to Cumming GA, our family has found an amazing home at Pinecrest Academy. From the teachers to the overall spiritual community our three sons have flourish in just the short time we have been there. We couldn't be happier with the education our sons are receiving and we are grateful for this amazing community who strives to not only develop our sons academically but they truly are helping us build confident and considerate leaders .