Double Helix is small private school serving 4th - 8th graders.
It is a school that celebrates the intersection of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.
We are rooted in standards, but not bogged down by them.
We are a school in which "teachable moments" drive instruction.
This is a school that allows students to construct their own knowledge through projects and explorations without sacrificing the need to build requisite skills.
We meet children where they are; we know where they need to be; and we honor multiple ways of getting there.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Double Helix STEAM 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 4-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2014
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
57%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,000
Tuition Notes
We accept the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship and offer the Georgia Tax Credit scholarship along with in house financial aid.
% on Financial Aid
14%
Admissions Director
Sheila Coffeen
Endowment Size
$50 million
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Book ClubCoding
CrochetDungeons & Dragons
Magic & MysteryMagic the Gathering
Personal LeadershipScavenger Scouts
Student Council/YearbookWild Earth
Arts and Music Programs:
Art CardsArtistic Expression
Disney DisenchantedHoliday Market
HomemadeKeyboarding/Typing
Literary EscapadesMake a Sound
Mixed Media MasterpiecesPlayful Psychology
Puppet MakingThe World of Roald and Wes
Theater BasicsWorld Cultures
You Are an ArtistZines
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Outdoor GamesYoga
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Double Helix STEAM School cost?
Double Helix STEAM School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
What schools are Double Helix STEAM School often compared to?
Double Helix STEAM School is often viewed alongside schools like Athens Montessori School, Athens Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Double Helix STEAM School?
Double Helix STEAM School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
When is the application deadline for Double Helix STEAM School?
The application deadline for Double Helix STEAM School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Double Helix STEAM School is Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Waseca Montessori School (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
615 Tallassee Rd
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 543-4473
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 543-4473
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 43 students
Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School![Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School Photo]( "Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School Photo")
(Catholic)
590 Lavender Road
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 433-0223
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 433-0223
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
958 Epps Bridge Parkway
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 543-1621
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 543-1621
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 169 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Downtown Academy
(Christian)
165 Pulaski St
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 353-8996
Athens, GA 30601
(706) 353-8996
3.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 46 students Tuition listed
Mars Hill Christian Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
2641 Mars Hill Rd
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 548-6962
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 548-6962
4.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 154 students
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