As a coeducational college preparatory day school, Athens Academy seeks and admits students with a variety of talents from diverse social, economic, geographic and racial backgrounds.
Students should exhibit an interest in becoming part of a community that seeks excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, and service.
In addition, parents should value a school community that promotes respect and integrity above all.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 943 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,625
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Athens Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1967
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2018
Student Body
Total Students
943 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,625
Tuition Notes
For 9th Grade
% on Financial Aid
11%
Admissions Director
Geoffrey Walton
Admissions Associate
Mary Catherine Jernigan
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
School Notes
- As a coeducational college preparatory day school, Athens Academy seeks and admits students with a variety of talents from diverse social, economic, geographic and racial backgrounds. Students should exhibit an interest in becoming part of a community that seeks excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, and service. In addition, parents should value a school community that promotes respect and integrity above all.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Athens Academy cost?
Athens Academy's tuition is approximately $16,625 for private students.
What sports does Athens Academy offer?
Athens Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Athens Academy's ranking?
Athens Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Athens Academy?
The application deadline for Athens Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Athens Montessori School (3.8 miles away)
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