Atlanta Jewish Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

View full size Get directions

SAVE SCHOOL

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked GA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 432 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 21 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Atlanta Jewish Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

View Data

Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Atlanta Jewish Academy
Nursery	49
Pre-K	16
Kind	27
1	50
2	37
3	24
4	35
5	31
6	25
7	29
8	30
9	19
10	21
11	17
12	22

Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON

Download Full School Data: Full School Dataset XML | Full School Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Grade 1 highest enrollment with 50 students, narrowly ahead of Nursery at 49.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

dyslexia, language-based learning differences

Year Founded

1953

Student Body

Total Students

432 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

105 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform

Number of AP Courses

11 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Atlanta Association of Independent Schools (AAAIS)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 21 / rolling

Tuition Notes

We have a flex tuition program and work with every family to make sure tuition is affordable.

% on Financial Aid

40%

Admissions Director

Erica Gal

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Flag FootballSoccer

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

School Notes

Atlanta Jewish Academy is a college preparatory, co-educational, preschool-12th grade, independent Jewish Day School, guided by modern orthodox values and principles.
We embody the ideals of community, tradition, individual development, and educational innovation.
Atlanta Jewish Academy develops the whole person for college and life by fostering a love of Torah, Israel, and all Jewish people through an excellent secular and Judaic education within an inclusive, nurturing community.
Atlanta Jewish Academy is committed to providing an education of excellence that meets each student`s interests, abilities, and needs, within a rigorous dual curriculum of general and Judaic studies.
Our graduates go on to attend leading universities and/or Judaic institutions around the world.
They are community leaders, religiously grounded and inspired, imbued with a value system reflecting care and concern for the breadth of the Jewish community and the world around them.
Inspiring a passionate commitment to the study of Torah
Encouraging intellectual openness, questioning and critical thinking as essential components of one`s full service to God (avodat Hashem)
Engaging in instructional programs that develop critical thinking skills as well as productive utilization of technology, creativity and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Challenging participation in curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular service learning opportunities that enhance individual academic abilities
Reflecting individuals who engage in a process of self-evaluation, self-monitoring, and commitment to the community in which they live
A commitment to Ahavat Yisrael and love and support for the State of Israel.
Endorsing a multi-level learning style that aids in the total development of each studentMotivating each student to go beyond what he or she thought possibleUnifying the Jewish people (klal Yisrael)
Respecting the differences of others within academics, social, religious and business dealingsMaking the world a better place (tikkun olam).

Our rigorous programs endorse and challenge multiple learning styles. Our dual curriculum offers students the opportunity to develop connections between Judaic and general studies, while preparing them for high school and beyond. We provide the educational structure and counseling services to make sure that each student's academic, emotional and social needs are met.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Atlanta Jewish Academy offer?

Atlanta Jewish Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

What is Atlanta Jewish Academy's ranking?

Atlanta Jewish 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 Atlanta Jewish Academy?

The application deadline for Atlanta Jewish Academy is Feb. 21 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 21 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

Endorse Atlanta Jewish Academy. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

November 03, 2026

Can Private Schools Raise Fees After You Sign?

Can private schools increase mandatory fees after enrollment contracts are signed? Learn how contract terms, fee disclosures, state laws, and parent rights affect unexpected charges and available options.

November 03, 2026

Financial Aid When a Sibling Graduates Private School

Learn how private school financial aid may change when an older sibling graduates, including revised family contributions, sibling discounts, college expenses, renewal decisions, and practical steps to protect affordability.

November 03, 2026

Private School Expansion: Preserving School Culture

Discover how growing private schools can expand enrollment while preserving small classes, personal attention, strong relationships, and school culture, plus essential questions parents should ask before choosing a school.

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Atlanta, GA is $20,315 for elementary schools and $23,038 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Atlanta, GA is 72% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).