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Pinecrest Academy
  • Private, Catholic
  • CUMMING, GA
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Pinecrest Academy

#1 in Best Private High Schools in Forsyth County
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Catholic
  • PK, K-12
  • CUMMING, GA
  • 134 reviews
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A minus
    6. Sports
      B
    pinecrestacademy.org
    (770) 888-4477
    955 PEACHTREE PARKWAY
    CUMMING, GA 30041
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    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
    Average Financial Aid
    From Pinecrest Academy

    Pinecrest Academy is a private PreK3-12 college preparatory Catholic school in north Atlanta, GA. We provide an atmosphere of academic rigor and critical thinking in a Christ-centered environment. Rooted in Catholic tradition and inspired by the goodness, beauty, and truth of the Christian worldview, our whole-person educational method helps children discover their God-given gifts so they can fulfill their potential in academics and all areas of life. Our average class size is 15, and all students are known by name. The Class of 2022 (70 students) received $11,306,689 in scholarships, with 33 Zell Miller scholars and 31 HOPE scholars. We have received the Forsyth County News "Best Private School" award for eight years and have been a Cardinal Newman Society School of Excellence since 2007. Our beautiful Lower School building opened in August 2019, and our 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
    1300
    60 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    89 responses
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    Pinecrest Academy is an AP® School Honor Roll Platinum Honoree

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    College Board announced in October 2023 that Pinecrest Academy has been named to the Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning Platinum distinction, the highest of four. The Honor Roll recognizes schools based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit and maximizing college readiness.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    73%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 22 responses
    Poll
    68%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 22 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 61 responses
    • Dressing up for homecoming week
      16%
    • Grade Level Retreats
      15%
    • March for Life Trip to Washington, DC
      15%
    • Saints Parade and Angel Parade
      13%
    • Homecoming
      11%
    • Founders Day Mass
      8%
    • Spirit Week
      8%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    502
    70%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 20 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 20 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 20 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 years
    Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
    9:1
    Website
    pinecrestacademy.org/academics/pre-k
    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
    72%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 25 responses
    Poll
    84%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 25 responses
    Poll
    48%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 25 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A minus
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Boys Athletic Participation
    55%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 20 responses
    45%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 20 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 20 responses

    Living in the Area

    Forsyth County
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      A+
    Median Household Income
    $120,999
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,619
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $385,600
    National
    $244,900
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