News Summary
Stacker has unveiled a ranking of the top private K-12 schools in the Savannah metro area, providing vital insights for families. The list, based on data from Niche, evaluates schools using five key factors such as college success, diversity, and student-teacher ratios. The rankings highlight schools in Bluffton, Savannah, and Hilton Head Island, showcasing a range of Niche grades and enrollment figures, which help parents understand the educational options available to them.
Savannah, GA – Stacker has released a comprehensive list detailing the top private K-12 schools in the Savannah metro area, providing families with crucial information to make informed educational decisions. The list ranks 11 private institutions based on data from Niche, which employs five weighted factors to assess school quality, including top colleges score, college enrollment, culture and diversity grade, parent and student surveys, and student-teacher ratio.
According to the rankings, schools within the Savannah area exhibit a range of enrollment figures, student-teacher ratios, and overall Niche grades, which range from B to A+. Notably, these rankings serve as a valuable resource for parents interested in understanding the educational landscape in their community.
Top-Ranked Schools in Bluffton, SC
In Bluffton, two prominent private schools have made the list:
- School 1: With an enrollment of 760 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, this institution received a Niche grade of B.
- School 2: Featuring a total enrollment of 636 students and maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, School 2 boasts a higher Niche grade of A.
Leading Schools in Savannah, GA
Seven schools from Savannah feature prominently in the rankings:
- School 3: This institution has an enrollment of 192 students and a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, securing a Niche grade of B+.
- School 4: With 206 students and a 9:1 student-teacher ratio, School 4 also received a B+ grade.
- School 5: This school ranks slightly higher with a student enrollment of 192 and a Niche grade of A- while maintaining a 9:1 student-teacher ratio.
- School 6: The largest among the listed Savannah schools, School 6 has a total enrollment of 1,031 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1, achieving an A- grade.
- School 7: School 7, which has 1,262 students and a 10:1 student-teacher ratio, has the highest Niche grade among Savannah institutions at A+.
- School 8: With a total of 535 students and an impressive 6:1 student-teacher ratio, this school received a Niche grade of A+.
- School 9: Another high performer, School 9 has an enrollment of 1,072 students, a 6:1 student-teacher ratio, and a grade of A+.
Notable School in Hilton Head Island, SC
One school in Hilton Head Island also garnered attention:
- School 10: With an enrollment of 570 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, this institution received a commendable Niche grade of A+.
Summary of Criteria for Rankings
The ranking of these private K-12 schools contributes significantly to understanding the educational environment in Savannah and its surroundings. Niche’s methodology for constructing the rankings combines vital aspects of education quality, focusing on key elements such as the success of graduates at colleges, the diversity within the school community, and feedback from both parents and students regarding their educational experiences.
Families looking for quality private education options in the Savannah metro area can utilize this ranking as a resource for selecting the best fit for their children’s academic needs. The varying student-teacher ratios and differing Niche grades provide insight into the learning atmosphere and educational standards at each of these institutions.
As educational challenges continue to evolve, access to this type of information is essential for parents navigating their choices in private schooling.
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Additional Resources
- WFXG: Best Private K-12 Schools in the Savannah Metro Area
- Savannah Now: Eligible Georgia Promise Scholarship Schools
- AJC: GHSA Reclassification Impact on Private School Titles
- Griffin Daily News: Best Private K-12 Schools in the Savannah Metro Area
- WTOC: Georgia Promise Scholarship Applications Open
- Wikipedia: Education in the United States
- Google Search: Private K-12 Schools
- Google Scholar: K-12 Education
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Private School
- Google News: Education
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