Sugar Hill Christian Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked GA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 702 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,272
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Sugar Hill Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sugar Hill Christian Academy
Nursery	110
Pre-K	72
Kind	40
1	40
2	40
3	40
4	40
5	40
6	40
7	40
8	40
9	40
10	40
11	40
12	40

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Year Founded

2000

School Calendar

School Motto

Start Here. Stay Here.

Student Body

Total Students

702 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

school uniform

Number of AP Courses

5 courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus

AP ChemistryAP Psychology

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,272

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Tuition Notes

12-month tuition payment plan available. Enrollment fees: 12 months-K4 half day $200-$250 K4 all day-HS $300-$1,100 Tuition: 12 months-K4 half day $2,553-$3,519 K4 all day-HS $6,788-$11,964

% on Financial Aid

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Kathy Ellison

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

ArcheryBaseball

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryFlag Football

GolfSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

VolleyballWeightlifting

School Mascot

Stallion

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

14 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ArtChess

CookingKarate

MajorettesPraise

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChorus

MusicMusical Drama

Spanish

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Boys'Cheerleading

Girls'

School Notes

Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School.
Our distinctions are smaller class sizes with a personal classroom experience for each student.
Our current average class size is approximately 15-18 students, with K4, Kindergarten and 1st grade teachers assisted by a para-professional.
The Iowa Test for Basic Skills is administered each spring, our school's academic program is in the top 2% nationwide, compared to both public and private schools.
Most of the families who attend SHCA live in Gwinnett County. There are also families from surrounding counties including Hall, Forsyth and Jackson Counties.

Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School.Our distinctions are smaller class sizes with a personal classroom experience for each student. Our current average class size is approximately 15-18 students, with K4, Kindergarten and 1st grade teachers assisted by a para-professional. The Iowa Test for Basic Skills is administered each spring, our school's academic program is in the top 2% nationwide, compared to both public and private schools.Most of the families who attend SHCA live in Gwinnett County. There are also families from surrounding counties including Hall, Forsyth and Jackson Counties.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sugar Hill Christian Academy cost?

Sugar Hill Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $11,272 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Sugar Hill Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of Sugar Hill Christian Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What sports does Sugar Hill Christian Academy offer?

Sugar Hill Christian Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting.

What is Sugar Hill Christian Academy's ranking?

Sugar Hill Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Sugar Hill Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Sugar Hill Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 6/23/2017

My daughter attended 3 day 2 year old preschool this past year and will be attending 5 day 3 year old preschool in the fall. After much research, we chose SHCA based on what they offered even though there are plenty of closer schools. My daughter absolutely adores her teachers (Ms. Jessica and Ms. Jennifer are amazing!) and loved the school. She learns new things every day and loves her "friends" in her class. I wouldn't consider sending my daughter anywhere else.

- Posted by Parent - Tonya K

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Gwinnett County, GA is $13,855 for elementary schools and $13,637 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Gwinnett County, GA is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).