Pinecrest Academy

Pinecrest Academy

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
955 Peachtree Pky,  Cumming, GA
Big Creek Neighborhood
4.3
3.9
543 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Beth Howard
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
30
Average GPA
3.79
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$22,665
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A-
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A+
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.79
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
73
Full Time Teachers
69
Part Time Teachers
4
College Prep
Average SAT
1290
Math
640
Verbal
640
Average ACT
30
Math
28
English
31
Reading
31
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
21
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
95%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%
White
68.8%
Hispanic
18.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.4%
Two or more races
2.4%
Black
<1%
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School Rankings

#2 Best Catholic Schools in Georgia
#12 Best Private HS in Georgia
#12 Best Private K12 Schools in Georgia
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Georgia 128 Students
Georgia College & State University 65 Students
Auburn University 59 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology 46 Students
Emory University 43 Students
Georgia State University 40 Students
Mercer University 39 Students
University of Tennessee 35 Students
Clemson University 33 Students
Berry College 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 46 Students
Biology 25 Students
Nursing 23 Students
Finance 17 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Psychology 13 Students
Computer Science 12 Students
Marketing 12 Students
Pre-Law Studies 12 Students
Physical Therapy 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 99 Reviews
5.0 Senior
9/10/2024
I have been at Pinecrest just for HS and decided to change schools; my family supported me because it was a Catholic school too, we came from Notre Dame Academy. My little sister started in 3rd grade. We noticed a massive difference in the academics and environment. It was very difficult for me academically; NDA is a block system with the subjects, and Pinecrest is an academy realistic with all the subjects daily. I am very happy for my little sister because she will spend her years in a really good school.
5.0 Parent
6/3/2024
Pinecrest has been a great experience for our 2 teenagers. They moved in from out of state and were extremely well received and quickly adapted. The staff, teachers, coaches all became involved in their experience immediately. Great place for families and for teens to learn in a very open and welcoming environment.
5.0 Parent
3/17/2024
Our experience with Pinecrest Academy has been wonderful. The teachers are caring and attentive. The academics are outstanding, and the student population is intelligent, kind, and diverse. The parents are supportive and friendly to new families. Pinecrest focuses on academics but also the formation of a child's moral character. This is a great school if you want the absolute best for your child.
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3.9 67 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/20/2025
This school is outstanding academically and they educate the whole child. No one does what Pinecrest does. Also, outstanding administration. We couldn’t be more pleased with this school.
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2.0 parent
5/19/2025
With the public schools declining we were so happy to find Pinecrest. Our children had a wonderful experience until the new principal came in 2023. Private Catholic school is already challenging but she has made it unbearable. The kids are absolutely miserable. I’ve met and spoken with the principal...
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5.0 parent
11/4/2024
Pinecrest academy is outstand! I highly recommend this amazing school.
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5.0 parent
6/12/2024
Before writing this review, I took a look at the older reviews to get a sense of what to write. I noticed that some of the negative ones stem from places of pain and disappointment, and I can understand their perspectives.For our family, Pinecrest Academy has become a home. We've been part of this c...
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