Rabun-Gap Nacoochee School

339 Nacoochee Drive, Rabun Gap, GA, 30568-0305
Tel: (706)746-7720
Grades: 6 - 12 | 357 students
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As a college preparatory school, Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School offers an educational program designed to provide the student with a solid foundation in the liberal arts. We offer a program that will both challenge and nurture each student. We encourage natural curiosity, and by example we demonstrate that discovery and learning are lifelong pursuits. Rabun Gap combines its strong academic program, mountain setting, and Presbyterian heritage to inspire young people eager to learn and grow. Living our motto, work, study and worship, our community nurtures and challenges students of diverse backgrounds as they prepare for college and a lifetime of service.

School Overview:
Rabun-Gap Nacoochee School
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
Religious Affiliation Presbyterian
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Year Founded 1903
Student Body
Total Students 357 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 28% (GA School Avg.: 25%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 42 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 46%
Average Class Size 14 students
Number of AP Courses 14 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
American Government Art History
Biology Calculus A/B
Calculus B/C Chemistry
English Lanuage English Literature
Environmental Science Modern European History
Physics Spanish
Studio Art United States History
Average SAT score 585
Average ACT score 25
Classroom dress code Casual
(Polo shirt with logo and khaki pants)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Feb. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $40,850
Tuition Notes 2012-2013 Day student tuition is $16,990; boarding student tuition is $40,850; international student fee is an addition $5,300.
% on Financial Aid 69%
Average Financial Aid Grant $17,000
Acceptance Rate 77%
Admissions Director DaRel Christiansen
Admissions Associate Zach Davidson
Sports
Total Sports Offered 11 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cross Country Football
Golf Soccer
Softball Swimming
Tennis Track and Field
Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 10 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Bigger Faster Strong Cirque
Community Service Dance
Drama Environmental Stewardship Program
Livestock Show Program Orchestra
Outdoor Club Stage Craft

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Nearby Schools:

Rabun-Gap Nacoochee School
Gr. 6-12 | 0 mi. away
Great Oaks Montessori
Gr. PK-5 | 5.7 mi. away
Trimont Christian Academy
Gr. PK-12 | 14.5 mi. away
Tallulah Falls School
Gr. 6-12 | 17.7 mi. away
Cherokee Creek Boys School
Gr. 5-9 | 21.1 mi. away
Victory Christian School
Gr. PK-12 | 21.7 mi. away

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