The Mount Vernon School

The Mount Vernon School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
510 MT VERNON Hwy NE,  Atlanta, GA
4.4
4.2
1,235 Students
A+
Niche Grade
The Mount Vernon School, also known as Mount Vernon Presbyterian School, was founded in 1972 as an independent private Christian day school in Sandy Springs. With over 1,200 students from preschool through 12th grade, the school challenges children through inquiry, innovation and impact, preparing them for future success. The Mount Vernon School engages learners through a combination of programs that include design thinking, social-emotional learning, service-learning and expeditionary learning. Combined with various clubs, athletics and arts programs, the school’s curriculum prepares students for college and the world beyond, learning not only in the classroom but also through interaction with others in the school and the greater community. More than 80% of Mount Vernon’s upper and middle school students play on sports teams. The Mount Vernon Mustangs offer programs in 15 sports, competing in the Georgia High School Association, the state’s most competitive league for private schools. Weekly chapel services allow students o focus on spiritual growth, and students gather in small community groups and affinity groups that encourage support and self-development. The Mount Vernon School leaves children well prepared for their futures with a well-balanced combination of college-preparatory academics, athletics, arts and spiritual life.

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Brett Jacobsen
Student Teacher Ratio
4:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.77
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$28,255
Religious Affiliation
Christian

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
A+
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.77
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
4:1
Teachers
320
Full Time Teachers
260
Part Time Teachers
60
Teachers in First or Second Year
6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
31
Reading
31
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
57%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

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Student Diversity

Male
53.1%
Female
46.9%
White
85.9%
Black
5.5%
Two or more races
3.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.1%
Hispanic
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings

#10 Best Christian Schools in Georgia
#22 Best Private K12 Schools in Georgia
#23 Best Private HS in Georgia
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Georgia 124 Students
Auburn University 79 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology 46 Students
Florida State University 43 Students
Clemson University 39 Students
The University of Alabama 38 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 37 Students
Wake Forest University 37 Students
University of South Carolina 36 Students
University of Tennessee 34 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 66 Students
Psychology 31 Students
Biology 25 Students
Nursing 18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 18 Students
Finance 18 Students
Communications 17 Students
Political Science and Government 16 Students
Marketing 16 Students
Journalism 16 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 79 Reviews
2.0 Senior
12/30/2020
Mount Vernon is a school that cares more about its outward appearance to parents, incoming students and college than it does about its students actually learning anything.
5.0 Parent
11/8/2020
Our family is so thankful to have found Mount Vernon School. We began our journey to find a new school for our 6th grader last year. Although the school year had already begun, my daughter had a seamless transition with the help of her teachers and staff at Mount Vernon School. Little did we know, we would not only find a great school but also a kind and caring community of faculty and friends.
4.0 Alum
6/28/2020
I liked Mount Vernon, especially the theatre program. It was amazing for me. I anjoyed how it is small but still has a lot of different opprotunities.
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4.2 54 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/23/2024
The Mount Vernon School has been a wonderful fit for our son and family. We have witnessed many times over the way remarkable teachers and faculty thoughtfully guide and support students through challenges and successes. The school truly encourages students to explore personal interests, makes that...
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1.0 parent
1/13/2023
Our family is very new to Atlanta and had never needed to navigate the private school scene in a metropolitan area before. Perhaps some of my poor rating is due to that of the private school scene in Atlanta in general. Nonetheless, we applied to The school after being told there were openings only...
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5.0 parent
1/12/2022
Outstanding. This school is starting to surpass Westminster and Lovett, and has passed Pace. Our son with learning differences has flourished, grown in confidence and ability. I would have never thought he'd be an A student, with a love for acting, considering he went in so shy. The teachers are spe...
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5.0 parent
11/16/2021
My son has been at Mt. Vernon since Kindergarten and each year we are more impressed! It is a school of inclusion, diverse thought and collaboration. It is a school that is innovative and on the forefront of technology. What I love most is that it teaches my son how to problem solve, work together a...
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