Mill Springs Academy
Tel:
(770)360-1336
- Mill Springs Academy is a value-based educational community dedicated to the academic, physical and social growth of those students who have not realized their full potential in traditional classroom settings.
- Mill Springs Academy provides a carefully structured environment within a warm, supportive atmosphere.
- Our approach revolves around an environment that includes our Community Structure, daily values groups, individualized contracts and Life Space Interview techniques.
- Mill Springs Academy bases learning strategies on Academic Plans developed for each student by our multidisciplinary faculty.
- Learning strategies are generated from psycho-educational evaluations, previous school records, diagnostic skills assessment, observations, communication with other professionals involved with the student and our continuing experiences with the student.
- Mill Springs Academy is committed to a comprehensive program that is multifaceted and meets the needs of the child.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: 1-12
- Students: 256 students
- Yearly Tuition: $26,000
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Mill Springs Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
- Sports offered Most sports offered
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other associations(s) for exceptional children National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) AdvancED Southern Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 1-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Dyslexia, ADHD, Language problems, Mild Learning differences |
| Year Founded | 1981 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | Summer School and Summer Camp are both available |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 256 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 5% State avg.: 21% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 60 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% |
| Average Class Size | 8 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Khaki pants and tuck shirt) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $26,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Fees do not include required laptop, bus transportation, lunch, uniforms |
| Admissions Director | Sheila Fitzgerald |
| Admissions Associate | Cheri Harwood |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 15 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling |
School Notes
Why Choose MSA
- MSA's values are based on Judeo-Christian principals.
- MSA offers a structured, nurturing environment.
- MSA's program is dedicated to preparing your student for college.
- MSA offers a community-wide social curriculum.
- MSA stresses technology as a tool for learning.
- MSA encourages participation in athletics and fine arts.
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School Reviews
| 5 This school is incredible. It has a loving and supportive environment. Good academic rigor and the teachers truly care about the students. - Posted by Parent - Charles J. |
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