Lakeview Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked GA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 505 students
Yearly Tuition: $22,816
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

Lakeview Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Lakeview Academy
Pre-K	48
Kind	34
1	24
2	29
3	37
4	24
5	27
6	39
7	39
8	39
9	33
10	40
11	39
12	53

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia / Language-based or Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1970

School Calendar

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Campus Size

97 acres

School Motto

Welcome to Lakeview

Student Body

Total Students

505 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

70 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Average SAT score

1220

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

school uniform

Number of AP Courses

17 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

Computer Science AComputer Science Principles

English Language & CompositionEnglish Literature & Composition

Environmental ScienceHuman Geography

Physics CPrecalculus

Spanish Language and CultureStatistics

Studio ArtU.S. History

World History

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$22,816

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade. Tuition assistance is available for grades 1-12. Please see our website under Admissions>Tuition for full details.

% on Financial Aid

26%

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 85%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Kim Cottrell

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$23 million

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

E-sportsFlag Football

FootballGolf

RiflerySoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

Blue, Orange

School Mascot

Lions

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

37 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Academic TeamCoding Club

Community ServiceElementary Choir

Engineering ClubFellowship of Christian Athletes

Honor CouncilInternational Thespian Society

Junior Beta ClubJunior National Honor Society

Lego RoboticsNational Art Honor Society

National Beta ClubNational Honor Society

National Junior Honor SocietyNational Spanish Honor Society

Robotics TeamStudent Council

Student GovernmentYearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

ChorusDrama

Music LessonsOne Act Play

PianoPrivate Music Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Baseballbasketball

CheerleadingCross Country

Flag FootballFootball

SoccerSporting Clays

SwimmingTennis

Volleyball

School Notes

Lakeview Academy is a private, coeducational, college-preparatory school serving students from age three through 12th grade on a beautiful 97-acre campus in Gainesville, Georgia.For more than 50 years, Lakeview has combined academic excellence, intentionally small class sizes, and meaningful relationships within a close-knit school community. At the heart of the Lakeview experience is our Portrait of a Student, which defines five qualities we intentionally cultivate: Scholarly, Innovative, Civic-Minded, Respectful, and Resilient. Through rigorous academics, individualized attention, and exceptional opportunities in fine arts, athletics, innovation and technology, leadership, and service, students are encouraged to explore their interests, embrace challenges, and discover their potential.

Lakeview Academy is a private, coeducational, college-preparatory school serving students from age three through 12th grade on a beautiful 97-acre campus in Gainesville, Georgia.
For more than 50 years, Lakeview has combined academic excellence, intentionally small class sizes, and meaningful relationships within a close-knit school community. At Lakeview, education is about more than what students know. It is about who they become.
At the heart of the Lakeview experience is our Portrait of a Student, which defines five qualities we intentionally cultivate: Scholarly, Innovative, Civic-Minded, Respectful, and Resilient. Through rigorous academics, individualized attention, and exceptional opportunities in fine arts, athletics, innovation and technology, leadership, and service, students are encouraged to explore their interests, embrace challenges, and discover their potential.
From preschool through graduation, Lakeview provides an environment where students are known, supported, and challenged, preparing them not only for college, but for lives of purpose, leadership, and continued learning.
Location: Conveniently located near I-985/Hwy 365 in Gainesville, Georgia.
Transportation: Bus routes serving Buford/Flowery Branch, Braselton/Chateau Elan, and Chestnut Mountain.
Accreditation and Memberships: Accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), with memberships in the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Georgia Independent School Association (GISA), and Georgia Independent Athletic Association (GIAA). Lakeview's PreK3 and PreK4 programs are licensed by Georgia's Bright from the Start.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lakeview Academy cost?

Lakeview Academy's tuition is approximately $22,816 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Lakeview Academy?

The acceptance rate of Lakeview Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.

What sports does Lakeview Academy offer?

Lakeview Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, E-sports, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Lakeview Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for most sports offered.

What is Lakeview Academy's ranking?

Lakeview Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Lakeview Academy?

The application deadline for Lakeview Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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We love it! The students and staff are incredible. My son is scoring well above his grade level thanks to Lakeview Academy!

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Hall County, GA is $22,444 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Hall County, GA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).