Savannah, GA, August 22, 2025
News Summary
The Savannah metro area has unveiled its top private K-12 schools, ranked by Niche based on criteria such as college readiness, enrollment, diversity, and surveys from parents and students. The rankings highlight schools with strong academic performance and low student-teacher ratios, showcasing a variety of high-performing educational options for families in the region. The list includes several institutions achieving high grades, indicating a strong educational environment.
Savannah Reveals Top-Ranked Private K-12 Schools in Metro Area
The Savannah metro area boasts a selection of high-performing private K-12 schools, according to recent rankings released by Niche. The rankings are determined by a combination of factors including college readiness, enrollment figures, diversity, and feedback from parents and students, providing valuable insights into the educational landscape of the region.
Niche employs a detailed methodology to arrive at these rankings, using five weighted factors: top colleges score, college enrollment, culture and diversity grade, parent and student surveys, and student-teacher ratio. This comprehensive approach ensures that the rankings reflect not only academic success but also the quality of the school environment.
The following are the top private K-12 institutions in the Savannah area:
1. Location: Bluffton, SC
- Enrollment: 760
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Niche Grade: B
2. Location: Savannah, GA
- Enrollment: 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Niche Grade: B+
3. Location: Savannah, GA
- Enrollment: 206
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Niche Grade: B+
4. Location: Savannah, GA
- Enrollment: 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Niche Grade: A-
5. Location: Savannah, GA
- Enrollment: 1,031
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Niche Grade: A-
6. Location: Bluffton, SC
- Enrollment: 636
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Niche Grade: A
7. Location: Savannah, GA
- Enrollment: 1,262
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Niche Grade: A+
8. Location: Hilton Head Island, SC
- Enrollment: 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Niche Grade: A+
9. Location: Savannah, GA
- Enrollment: 535
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Niche Grade: A+
10. Location: Savannah, GA
- Enrollment: 1,072
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Niche Grade: A+
The list indicates that Savannah, GA, hosts a variety of private educational institutions with strong ratings, particularly those achieving A and A+ grades. Notably, these rankings may greatly influence parental decisions regarding education options in the region.
Understanding the student-teacher ratio is crucial; schools with lower ratios often provide a more personalized educational experience. The combination of these factors showcases the diverse and dynamic educational options available for families in the Savannah metro area.
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Summary Chart of Top Schools
| School Location | Enrollment | Student-Teacher Ratio | Niche Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffton, SC | 760 | 8:1 | B |
| Savannah, GA – School 1 | 192 | 5:1 | B+ |
| Savannah, GA – School 2 | 206 | 9:1 | B+ |
| Savannah, GA – School 3 | 192 | 9:1 | A- |
| Savannah, GA – School 4 | 1,031 | 12:1 | A- |
| Bluffton, SC | 636 | 8:1 | A |
| Savannah, GA – School 5 | 1,262 | 10:1 | A+ |
| Hilton Head Island, SC | 570 | 8:1 | A+ |
| Savannah, GA – School 6 | 535 | 6:1 | A+ |
| Savannah, GA – School 7 | 1,072 | 6:1 | A+ |
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Additional Resources
- AOL: Best Private K-12 Schools
- Wikipedia: K-12 Education
- WSB Radio: Best Private K-12 Schools in Savannah Metro Area
- Google Search: Best Private K-12 Schools Savannah
- Stacker: Best Private K-12 Schools in Savannah Metro Area
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Private School
- Griffin Daily News: Best Private K-12 Schools in Savannah Metro Area
- Google News: Private K-12 Schools
- WTOC: Free Mental Health Services for Students
- Google Scholar: Private K-12 Education Success
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