Atlanta Speech School

Atlanta Speech School in Atlanta, GA, serves 358 students in grades PK through 6 within a nonsectarian, city–based setting in the Buckhead neighborhood.
Founded in 1938, the school has one of the longest histories among Atlanta private schools and ranks in the top 20% in Georgia for school age and student body size.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 53 teachers, supporting its special education program.
Student diversity includes 8.25% students of color, reflecting aspects of the local community.
Atlanta Speech School is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the National Association of Independent Schools.

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Top Rankings

Atlanta Speech School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1938

Student Body

Total Students
358 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Atlanta Speech School's ranking?
Atlanta Speech School 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 Speech School?
The application deadline for Atlanta Speech School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Atlanta Speech School located?
Atlanta Speech School is located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 13 other private schools located in Buckhead.

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The average private school tuition in Atlanta, GA is $20,651 for elementary schools and $23,146 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Atlanta, GA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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