News Summary
Stacker has released a detailed ranking of the best private high schools in the Savannah metro area, derived from Niche data. The rankings emphasize academic performance while also considering culture, diversity, sports programs, extracurricular activities, and feedback from the community. Updated recently, this list serves as a guide for parents and students exploring educational options in the region, showcasing schools that excel in both academics and community involvement.
Savannah, GA – Stacker has released a comprehensive ranking of the best private high schools in the Savannah metro area, compiled using data from Niche. The rankings focus primarily on academics, while also considering factors such as culture and diversity, sports programs, clubs and activities, and survey results from parents, teachers, and students.
The data, updated as of May 27, 2025, provides valuable insights into the local education landscape, highlighting schools with strong academic performance and positive community feedback. Parents and students seeking quality education options may find this list particularly helpful as they navigate their choices.
Top Rankings Overview
Among the highlighted schools, the list showcases various institutions with varying student enrollment numbers and student-to-teacher ratios. The following are the top-ranked schools based on the Niche grading system:
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 1,075 (5:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A+
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 1,066 (6:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A+
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 535 (6:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A+
- Location: Hilton Head Island, SC – Enrollment: 430 (7:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A+
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 408 (13:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 285 (9:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A
- Location: Bluffton, SC – Enrollment: 636 (8:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A
- Location: Hilton Head Island, SC – Enrollment: 130 (6:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 192 (9:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A−
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 1,031 (12:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: A−
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 192 (5:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: B+
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 206 (9:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: B+
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 99 (7:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: B+
- Location: Bluffton, SC – Enrollment: 760 (8:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: B
- Location: Pooler, GA – Enrollment: 90 (11:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: unavailable
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 76 (7:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: unavailable
- Location: Bloomingdale, GA – Enrollment: 70 (7:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: unavailable
- Location: Savannah, GA – Enrollment: 8 (4:1 student to teacher ratio) – Niche grade: unavailable
Evaluating the Rankings
Niche employs a unique methodology for its rankings, weighing multiple factors that contribute to the overall school experience. Academic success remains the primary focus, but cultural aspects, diversity, extracurricular activities, and student resources also play critical roles. This comprehensive examination helps parents and students understand what each school offers beyond test scores.
Context on Education in the Region
The Savannah metro area, encompassing both Georgia and nearby South Carolina, boasts a variety of private high schools catering to different educational needs. With enrollment numbers ranging from small boutique schools to larger institutions, families have multiple options based on the academic environment they seek. The schools in the region not only prioritize academic excellence but also aim to foster well-rounded students through sports and various extracurricular activities.
As the local education landscape continues to evolve, rankings such as these serve as a helpful tool for prospective students and parents. By evaluating schools based on a holistic set of criteria, families can make informed decisions about where to invest in their children’s future.
For those seeking private education options in the Savannah metro area, this ranking offers a useful starting point in identifying the schools that may best suit their needs.
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Additional Resources
- News Journal: Best Private High Schools in the Savannah Metro Area
- Savannah Now: Georgia Promise Scholarship Schools
- Griffin Daily News: Best Private High Schools
- Gwinnett Daily Post: Best Private High Schools
- WTOC: Georgia School Voucher Eligibility
- Wikipedia: Education in Georgia (U.S. state)
- Google Search: Savannah Private High Schools
- Google Scholar: Private High Schools Georgia
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School
- Google News: Savannah Education
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