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Pinecrest Academy Recognized Among 2027 Best Schools in America
Cumming, GA (September 2026) – Pinecrest Academy has been nationally recognized as one of the Best Schools in America by Niche, the leading college and school search platform.
Niche has ranked Pinecrest Academy as the #1 Catholic High School in Georgia, the #1 Catholic K-12 School in Georgia, the #1 Private High School in Forsyth County, the #8 Private K-12 Schools in Georgia, and the #8 Catholic K-12 School in America, among other top rankings.
Pinecrest received an A+ in the Best Private High Schools ranking, a grade that represents roughly the top 2.5% of schools receiving a grade.
These rankings reflect Pinecrest’s exceptional performance across numerous factors analyzed by Niche, including academic performance, extracurricular activity opportunities, data from sources like the U.S. Department of Education, and user input from students, alumni and parents.
“Being recognized as the No. 1 Catholic High School in Georgia by Niche is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the dedication of our students, faculty, staff, and families,” commented Mrs. Denise Cress, Pinecrest Academy Interim Head of School. “At Pinecrest Academy, we remain committed to forming students of faith, character, and excellence who are prepared to lead and serve others.”
In addition to the Niche rankings, Pinecrest Academy was named to the 2025 Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning Platinum distinction. This was the third consecutive year that Pinecrest received this prestigious award at the highest level.
Niche has ranked Pinecrest Academy as the #1 Catholic High School in Georgia, the #1 Catholic K-12 School in Georgia, the #1 Private High School in Forsyth County, the #8 Private K-12 Schools in Georgia, and the #8 Catholic K-12 School in America, among other top rankings.
Pinecrest received an A+ in the Best Private High Schools ranking, a grade that represents roughly the top 2.5% of schools receiving a grade.
These rankings reflect Pinecrest’s exceptional performance across numerous factors analyzed by Niche, including academic performance, extracurricular activity opportunities, data from sources like the U.S. Department of Education, and user input from students, alumni and parents.
“Being recognized as the No. 1 Catholic High School in Georgia by Niche is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the dedication of our students, faculty, staff, and families,” commented Mrs. Denise Cress, Pinecrest Academy Interim Head of School. “At Pinecrest Academy, we remain committed to forming students of faith, character, and excellence who are prepared to lead and serve others.”
In addition to the Niche rankings, Pinecrest Academy was named to the 2025 Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning Platinum distinction. This was the third consecutive year that Pinecrest received this prestigious award at the highest level.
Pinecrest Academy is a private PreK-12 Catholic school located in Cumming, South Forsyth, just minutes from Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton and Suwanee. We serve families of all faiths seeking a Christian education for their children. To learn more about our unique educational philosophy, visit our Welcome page.
SEMPER ALTIUS = ALWAYS HIGHER
The mission of Pinecrest Academy is reflected in the word Integer, which is Latin for “whole,” or “entire,” and reflects our goal of forming the whole child as an authentic “Person in Christ.” The school motto Semper Altius, means “Always Higher,” and challenges our students, parents, staff and faculty to strive for excellence in all areas of Integral Formation® - intellectual, spiritual, human and apostolic.
The mission of Pinecrest Academy is reflected in the word Integer, which is Latin for “whole,” or “entire,” and reflects our goal of forming the whole child as an authentic “Person in Christ.” The school motto Semper Altius, means “Always Higher,” and challenges our students, parents, staff and faculty to strive for excellence in all areas of Integral Formation® - intellectual, spiritual, human and apostolic.
