Cliff Valley School (Top Ranked Private School for 2025)

2426 Clairmont Road Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329

Cliff Valley School Photo #1 - Our 47,000 square foot state-of-the-art campus sits on 6.5 acres on Clairmont Road. It includes outdoor play and athletic spaces, music room and stage, gymnasium, outdoor classroom, rooftop gardens, nature trails, a science lab, an art studio, and a library. The facility was constructed with Earth-friendly building materials and was the first school to earn Southface EarthCraft Light Commercial certification.

Cliff Valley School Photo #2 - Our differentiated approach requires an in-depth understanding of each student ?? which our teachers have the skills and time to obtain. It's not "one-size-fits-all." Teachers are able to meet each student's needs based on ability, interests, and learning style.

Cliff Valley School Photo #3 - Cliff Valley students participate in a variety of sports, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, ultimate, cross country, fencing, and more.

Cliff Valley School Photo #4 - Our comprehensive curriculum includes weekly enrichment activities including art, music, outdoor classroom, Spanish, library, and physical education.

Cliff Valley School provides outstanding education focused on students' academic and social development in a caring community environment.

Small by design, Cliff Valley offers low student:teacher ratios from preschool through grade 8.

Quick Facts (2025)

Top Ranked GA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 431 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,740
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Cliff Valley School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Year Founded

1966

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

431 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

70 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,740

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Tuition Notes

$7740 (preschool) and up

Admissions Director

Megan Vitale

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Flag FootballSoccer

Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ChessCreative Writing

Math ClubRobotics

World Studies

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtCover Bands

DramaDrums

MusicalPhotography

Recreational Athletic Programs:

GolfTennis

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cliff Valley School cost?

Cliff Valley School's tuition is approximately $7,740 for private students.

What sports does Cliff Valley School offer?

Cliff Valley School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

What is Cliff Valley School's ranking?

Cliff Valley School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Cliff Valley School?

The application deadline for Cliff Valley School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Cliff Valley School located?

Cliff Valley School is located in the Briarcliff Heights neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 5 other private schools located in Briarcliff Heights.

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