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Academe Of The Oaks

Best Georgia Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 68 private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) serving 34,233 students in Georgia. You can also find more schools membership associations in Georgia.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Georgia include Marist School, Mount Paran Christian School, and The Children's School.
The average tuition cost is $20,712, which is higher than the Georgia private school average tuition cost of $14,188.
53% of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Georgia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 68

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 68

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Georgia (2026-27)

Academe Of The Oaks Photo
Academe Of The Oaks
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 11
146 New St
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 405-2173
(15)
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Atlanta Academy
Gr: NS-8 | 423 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 9
2000 Holcomb Woods Parkway
Roswell, GA 30076
(678) 461-6102
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The Children's School
Gr: NS-8 | 313 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 19
345 10th Street NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 873-6985
(5)
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Marist School
Gr: 7-12 | 1,120 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 22
Catholic
3790 Ashford Dunwoody Road
Atlanta, GA 30319
(770) 936-2214
(1)
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Mount Paran Christian School Photo
Mount Paran Christian School
Gr: NS-12 | 1,319 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 28
Christian
1275 Stanley Road
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(770) 578-0182
(9)
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Mt Bethel Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 698 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
4385 Lower Roswell Road
Marietta, GA 30068
(770) 971-0245
(1)
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Pinecrest Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 543 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 28
Catholic
955 Peachtree Parkway
Cumming, GA 30041
(770) 888-4477
(12)
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Springmont School
Gr: NS-8 | 238 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 9
Montessori School
5750 Long Island Drive NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 252-3910
(9)
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Porter Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 72 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Special Education School
200 Cox Rd
Roswell, GA 30075
(770) 594-1313
(9)
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Arbor Montessori School Photo
Arbor Montessori School
Gr: PK-8 | 513 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 5
Montessori School
2998 Lavista Road
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 321-9304
(7)
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Athens Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 936 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 2
1281 Spartan Lane
Watkinsville, GA 30606
(706) 549-9225
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Augusta Preparatory Day School Photo
Augusta Preparatory Day School
Gr: NS-12 | 405 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 5
285 Flowing Wells Rd
Augusta, GA 30907
(706) 434-2381
(5)
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Ben Franklin Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 98 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8
1585 Clifton Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 633-7404
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Brentwood School
Gr: PK-12 | 363 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 10
725 Linton Road
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-5136
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Briarwood Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 436 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 9
Christian
4859 Thomson Hwy
Warrenton, GA 30828
(706) 595-5641
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Brookstone School
Gr: PK-12 | 766 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 13
440 Bradley Park Dr
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 234-1392
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Bulloch Academy Photo
Bulloch Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 784 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 17
873 Westside Rd
Statesboro, GA 30458
(912) 764-6297
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Calvary Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,235 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 3
Baptist
4625 Waters Ave
Savannah, GA 31404
(912) 644-5080
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Cornerstone Christian Academy
Gr: K-8 | 464 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 12
Christian
5295 Triangle Parkway
Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
(770) 441-9222
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Crisp Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 320 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 3
150 Crisp Academy Dr
Cordele, GA 31015
(229) 273-6330
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Georgia?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Georgia include Marist School, Mount Paran Christian School, and The Children's School.
How many private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are located in Georgia?
68 private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are located in Georgia.
How much do private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) cost in Georgia?
The average tuition cost is $20,712, which is higher than the Georgia private school average tuition cost of $14,188.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Georgia?
Georgia private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are approximately 18% minority students, which is lower than the Georgia private school average of 28%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are religiously affiliated in Georgia?
53% of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Georgia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
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Private Schools
34,233
Students
$20,712
Avg. Tuition
18%
Students of Color
8:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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