Holy Innocents' Episcopal School
As the largest Episcopal Parish Day School in the nation and the only 3-year-old through 12th grade Episcopal and Round Square International School in Georgia, we have a unique story and we hope you will be a part of that story as we write the next chapter.
At HIES, we are steeped in the Episcopal intellectual tradition of academic excellence, social justice, spiritual growth and servant-leadership. We believe that God is present in every person and all are welcome at HIES.
We value multiple voices and perspectives around all of life's questions, no matter your family faith tradition. This intentional welcome to all is a hallmark of our mission. Our students aren't just scholars or athletes or servant leaders.
They are all of these things and more. Through a broad, diverse and rigorous curriculum, they become empathetic, enthusiastic, and open-minded learners to serve as catalysts for change.
We understand that choosing the right school for your child is filled with many questions.
We look forward to working with you and your family throughout the admissions process.While many things are different these days, many things remain the same at HIES: our commitment to developing in students a love of learning, respect for self and others, faith in God and a sense of service to the world community.
If you share our school's commitment to open exploration, personal discovery, and academic excellence, come visit and learn first-hand what makes the Holy Innocents' family so unique among the independent School community in Atlanta. In the meantime, please visit our website, the best place to start learning more of the HIES story. Thank you for your interest in Holy Innocents' Episcopal School!.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Yearly Tuition: $30,530
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Innocents' Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
AP Courses
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild and Remediated Language Based Learning Differences
Year Founded
1959
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 29%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
215 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
26 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Art History, English Language, English Literature, French, Human Geography, Latin, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Psychology, Spanish, Studio Art (2D), Studio Art (3D), Studio Art (Drawing); European History, U.S. Govt. & Politics, U.S. History, World Hi
Average SAT score
1405
Average ACT score
31
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$30,530
Tuition Notes
PK3: 12,620
PK4 & K-Prep: 16,370
Kindergarten: 25,290
1-5th: 25,940
6-12th: 30,530
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost dependent on program.
% on Financial Aid
18%
Admissions Director
Beth-Sarah Wright
Admissions Associate
Andrew Mack
Endowment Size
$25.5 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
19 sports
School Notes
- As the largest Episcopal Parish Day School in the nation and the only 3-year-old through 12th grade Episcopal and RoundSquare International School in Georgia, we have a unique story and we hope you will be a part of that story as we write the next chapter. At HIES, we are steeped in the Episcopal intellectual tradition of academic excellence, social justice, spiritual growth and servant-leadership. We believe that God is present in every person and all are welcome at HIES, no matter your family faith tradition. This intentional welcome to all is a hallmark of our mission. We value multiple voices and perspectives around all of life's questions, and enbrace an environment of curiosity and courage. Our students aren't just scholars or athletes or servant leaders. They are all of these things and more. Through a broad, diverse and rigorous curriculum, they become empathetic, enthusiastic, and open-minded learners to serve as catalysts for change. We understand that choosing the right school for your child is filled with many questions. We look forward to working with you and your family throughout the admissions process.While many things are different these days, many things remain the same at HIES: our commitment to developing in students a love of learning, respect for self and others, faith in God and a sense of service to the world community. And we can`t wait to share this with you! If you share our school's commitment to open exploration, personal discovery, and academic excellence, come visit and learn first-hand what makes the Holy Innocents' family so unique among the independent School community in Atlanta. In the meantime, please visit our website, the best place to start learning more of the HIES story. Thank you for your interest in Holy Innocents' Episcopal School!
Source: Verified school update
School Reviews
5 5/19/2022
Best school I have ever been to.
5 2/13/2020
This is the best school ever!!!!!!!
5 10/29/2016
First year at HIES in ninth grade, and so far we love it. My son knew by the end of the first week that he liked his new school, and we knew we had made the right selection from several acceptances. The teachers and support of the Deans and Administration make this a wonderful school. The academics are challenging, but there is plenty of individual support when extra help is needed. Overall a good group of kids that have welcomed the new students.
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