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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked GA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Atlanta Speech School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
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.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Atlanta Speech School is Pace Academy (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Anne's Day School (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Anne's Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
3098 Saint Annes Ln Nw
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 237-7024
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 237-7024
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 169 students Tuition listed
Trinity Presbyterian Preschool ![Trinity Presbyterian Preschool Photo]( "Trinity Presbyterian Preschool Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
3003 Howell Mill Road
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 495-8457
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 495-8457
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 53 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
966 W. Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 262-1345
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 262-1345
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,120 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 29 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Westminster Schools ![The Westminster Schools Photo]( "The Westminster Schools Photo")
(Christian)
1424 W Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 609-6202
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 609-6202
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,901 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Redeemer Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1266 W Paces Ferry Rd Nw # 405
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 985-6005
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 985-6005
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
966 W. Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 262-1345
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 262-1345
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,120 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 29 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Westminster Schools ![The Westminster Schools Photo]( "The Westminster Schools Photo")
(Christian)
1424 W Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 609-6202
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 609-6202
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,901 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4075 Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 479-8487
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 479-8487
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,640 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4449 Northside Dr Nw
Atlanta, GA 30327
(678) 761-7992
Atlanta, GA 30327
(678) 761-7992
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
2890 North Fulton Drive
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 841-3840
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 841-3840
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,324 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
966 W. Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 262-1345
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 262-1345
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,120 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 29 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Westminster Schools ![The Westminster Schools Photo]( "The Westminster Schools Photo")
(Christian)
1424 W Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 609-6202
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 609-6202
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,901 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4075 Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 479-8487
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 479-8487
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,640 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4301 Northside Pkwy NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 231-8100
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 231-8100
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 602 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
4300 Northside Drive
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 846-2622
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 846-2622
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Anne's Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
3098 Saint Annes Ln Nw
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 237-7024
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 237-7024
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 169 students Tuition listed
Trinity Presbyterian Preschool ![Trinity Presbyterian Preschool Photo]( "Trinity Presbyterian Preschool Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
3003 Howell Mill Road
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 495-8457
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 495-8457
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 53 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Redeemer Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1266 W Paces Ferry Rd Nw # 405
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 985-6005
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 985-6005
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
4301 Northside Pkwy NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 231-8100
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 231-8100
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 602 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
4300 Northside Drive
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 846-2622
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 846-2622
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5866 Dorsett Shoals Rd
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-3700
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-3700
8717.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Arbor Station Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9999 Parkway S
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-3000
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-3000
8718.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Chapel Hill Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4433 Coursey Lake Rd
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-3600
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-3600
8718.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Douglas County High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8705 Campbellton St
Douglasville, GA 30134
(770) 651-6500
Douglasville, GA 30134
(770) 651-6500
8718.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,958 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Stewart Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8138 Malone St
Douglasville, GA 30134
(770) 651-5400
Douglasville, GA 30134
(770) 651-5400
8718.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 533 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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