Gatewood Schools serves 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, is a member of the Georgia Accrediting Commission, the Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools.
The student:teacher of Gatewood Schools is 9:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,000
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Gatewood Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
423 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform Required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Mar. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
5880 - Preschool
7000 - Grades K5 - 5
7240 -Grade 6-8
7480 - Grades 9-12
% on Financial Aid
20%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic Competition, Anchor Club, Boy Scouts, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Girl Scouts, Key Club, Literary, National Honor Society, One-Act Play, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government Association, Yearbook
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gatewood Schools cost?
Gatewood Schools's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.
What schools are Gatewood Schools often compared to?
Gatewood Schools is often viewed alongside schools like John Milledge Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Gatewood Schools offer?
Gatewood Schools offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Gatewood Schools is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for most sports offered.
What is Gatewood Schools's ranking?
Gatewood Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Gatewood Schools?
The application deadline for Gatewood Schools is Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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