ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

WHAT IS ATLAS? ATLAS is school designed expressly around the needs of 7th and 8th graders - preteens in transition, growing out of childhood and into their future as independent thinkers and learners.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CT School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 7-9
Enrollment: 20 students
Yearly Tuition: $26,000
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 7-9

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon
7	10
8	10

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

2018

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Student Body

Total Students

20 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

3:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

99%

Average Class Size

15 students

List of Courses Offered

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$26,000

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Tuition Notes

We offer generous financial aid to an average of 40% of applicants.

% on Financial Aid

50%

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Caroline Golschneider, Co-Founder

Admissions Associate

Maria Giarrizzo, Co-Founder

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

With classes of just 15 - 18, the students receive personal attention and understanding from their teachers. They work every day with a group of peers, who become their community. Academic essentials are rigorously taught.
Students learn math in a daily Math Lab.
A dedicated STEM instructor teaches theory and experiments.
In humanities class, students discuss and write about history, social science, and literature.
Every student has an individual learning plan-to ensure they receive the education that benefits them most.
ATLAS`s use of theatre is unique. Each cohort of students forms a theatre company that mounts four productions over the course of their studies. Students handle every aspect, from analyzing classic plays to engineering the sets. As they plunge into these projects, students hone their research skills.
They also learn life skills: how to innovate, plan ahead, solve problems.
They learn deeply, because they are directing their own learning.

WHY MIDDLE SCHOOL?

Middle schoolers are young people in the midst of change, growing into new identity and seeking a place in the community. ATLAS helps guide middle schoolers through this exciting, challenging time. With just 15 - 18 students in a class, the learning environment is supportive. Teachers know their students well and can work with them one-on-one.In a small class, students have room to question, experiment, and grow. Ask any group of middle schoolers an interesting question, and each one will have an opinion. ATLAS teachers foster genuine conversation-including respectful exchanges when opinions differ.Theatre is an ideal medium for middle schoolers navigating change. As they study plays of many societies, students find a wide spectrum of situations and behaviors. Examining characters` motives helps them understand the emotions and values of others-as well as their own. They find insights that will stay with them for years and help them become the people they want to be.

DIVERSITY BY DESIGN

At ATLAS, theatre is a source of empathy and connection and an avenue for global enquiry. Students learn that they are part of a shared human experience that transcends borders and differences. Therefore, a diverse student community is critical to ATLAS. Student cohorts include many ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. LGBTQIA+ students, exceptional students, and students of varying life experiences are gladly welcomed. Student financial aid is essential to this mission. All students of all backgrounds deserve the opportunity to learn and grow at ATLAS. Fifty percent of current ATLAS students receive financial aid.This percentage is comparable to or greater than those of similar independent schools in the region. Our commitment to financial aid ensures that the student body will always include diverse ways of thinking and being. As the students interact with each other, they grow into a broad understanding of the human community.

THE RIGHT PLACE

ATLAS is part of Neighborhood Music School (NMS) in New Haven - the largest nonprofit community arts organization in Connecticut, founded in 1911 and now serving 2,400 students of all ages and backgrounds. Since its founding, NMS has understood the power of the arts to transform lives, strengthen communities, and nurture personal development and wellbeing. ATLAS alsos engages the cultural richness of our surrounding community through multifaceted partnerships with organizations such as Long Wharf Theatre and through student-driven service projects.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon cost?

ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon's tuition is approximately $26,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon?

The acceptance rate of ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.

What is ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon's ranking?

ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon?

The application deadline for ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon located?

ATLAS - Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon is located in the Downtown neighborhood of New Haven, CT.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Haven, CT is $25,421 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Haven, CT is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).