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Pinecrest Academy

#2 in Best Catholic High Schools in Georgia
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Catholic
  • PK, K-12
  • Cumming, GA
  • 96 reviews
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    COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:

    Pinecrest Academy's COVID-19 Task Force has crafted a back-to-school plan allowing for in-person instruction. The plan follows CDC guidelines, local and State regulations. The plan considers COVID-19 data pertaining to children, specifically, and is also examining data specific to our geographic area. Visit our web site for more details about our return to school in August 2020. Learn More

    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Sports
      B-
    pinecrestacademy.org
    (770) 888-4477
    955 Peachtree Parkway
    Cumming, GA 30041
    About Pinecrest Academy...

    Applying

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

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $19,115
    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 college preparatory 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. Our Lower School classes are capped at 20 students, and all of our students are known by name. The Class of 2020 (74 students) received over $11 million in scholarships, with 36 Zell Miller scholars and 37 HOPE scholars. We have received the Forsyth County News "Best Private School" award for six consecutive years, and are a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School. We have been a Cardinal Newman Society "School of Excellence" honoree since 2007. Our 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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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1280
    47 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    68 responses
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    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    67%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.12 responses
    Poll
    58%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.12 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 28 responses
    Report
    • Dressing up for homecoming week
      25%
    • Grade Level Retreats
      14%
    • Saints Parade and Angel Parade
      14%
    • Founders Day Mass
      11%
    • March for Life Trip to Washington, DC
      11%
    • Spirit Week
      11%
    • Homecoming
      7%

      Students

      Diversity
      B
      Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
      Students
      454
      70%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.10 responses
      50%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.10 responses
      60%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.10 responses
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      Preschool

      Annual Cost
      $10,555
      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
        —
      • Offers Part Week
        —
      • Offers Full Day
        Yes
      • Offers Part Day
        Yes

      Teachers

      Student-Teacher Ratio
      7:1
      National
      17:1
      Poll
      67%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.15 responses
      Poll
      80%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.15 responses
      Poll
      47%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.15 responses

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      Clubs & Activities

      Clubs & Activities
      B-
      Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
      Girls Athletic Participation
      —
      Boys Athletic Participation
      —
      50%
      of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.10 responses
      50%
      of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.10 responses
      60%
      of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.10 responses
      Living in the Area

      Forsyth County

      A+
      Overall Niche Grade
      How are grades calculated?Data Sources
      1. Cost of Living
        B-
      2. Good for Families
        A+
      3. Housing
        A+
      Median Household Income
      $101,743
      National
      $55,322
      Median Rent
      $1,319
      National
      $949
      Median Home Value
      $321,000
      National
      $184,700

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      Pinecrest Academy Reviews

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      Our daughter will be entering sixth grade and has been going to Pinecrest since Pre-K4. We are so blessed that she is able to attend such a wonderful school. It is definitely the best decision we have every made! Over the years we have watched our daughter develop into a confident, motivated, compassionate and dedicated young lady who loves coming to school and is eager to learn. At Pinecrest Academy your child is not just a number or a face. The teachers are truly dedicated to ensuring your child succeeds and grows not only academically but as a person. The religious components of Pinecrest's curriculum continue to strengthen our daughter's relationship with God, but also help to teach her how to be a good person as well as a christian leader. If you are looking for a school that will value your child as a person and give them a strong foundation for life, then Pinecest Academy is the place for you!
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      I started at Pinecrest in 8th grade, having previously attended public school beforehand. I remember being very sad to leave my old school, but Pinecrest did a great job of welcoming me into the family. Thanks to the small size of the school, the environment at Pinecrest is truly that of a family, as everyone knows of and cares about everyone else. Pinecrest also infuses Catholicism into each day and taught me so much about the faith! The education was also fantastic and prepared me very well for college at the University of Georgia. I also played varsity soccer while at Pinecrest, which were some of the best memories of my life. Overall, the friendships and connections I made at Pinecrest will last a lifetime and I’m very thankful for the time I spent there. I know I can always call it home.
      We are so grateful to have found Pinecrest! It is truly a nurturing, caring community of families and teachers that want the best experience for each and every student. The teachers go above and beyond to make sure your child is not only advancing but flourishing. There are a wealth of extracurricular opportunities in both the middle school and high school. Developing the whole person, academically, socially, spiritually and as a citizen, is a core value put into everyday action. Our child is thriving here. The spirts teams are very welcoming to all levels of talent and the band program is amazing.
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