Porter Academy

The Porter School specializes in teaching students with anxiety, ADHD, and mild to moderate learning differences who have not been successful in larger, more traditional classroom settings.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 68 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,476
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Anxiety, ADHD, Processing, LD, Social Struggles
Year Founded
2000

Student Body

Total Students
68 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 28%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
92%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition includes small class sizes, OG or Wilson, small group speech therapy, OT, and Music Therapy
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Barbara Richard

School Notes

  • The Porter School is able to meet the needs of students with various learning styles by using a language-rich and multi-sensorylearning program. Our program addresses the needs of the whole child, enabling our students to reach their full potential.
  • Reading and Math are taught in small groups of 3-6, while other subjects are taught to larger groups of 10-12
  • Our student planner system encourages organization, responsibility and constant parental communication
  • Our reward system focuses on positive reinforcement, teamwork and building self-esteem
  • Citizenship education emphasizes core values including kindness,positive communication and respect for people and property
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Porter Academy cost?
Porter Academy's tuition is approximately $20,476 for private students and $375 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Porter Academy?
The acceptance rate of Porter Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.
What is Porter Academy's ranking?
Porter Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Porter Academy?
The application deadline for Porter Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (7 reviews)
5  
My son has several learning difficulties, along with ADHD and Apraxia, and after just a month at Porter, all the difference in the world has been made with his self esteem and confidence. He is also not on any ADHD medication for the first time and has no problem focusing. His behavior has been amazing, and he has made several friends. This is an amazing school!!!!
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5  
Porter Academy was recommended to us by our grandson's psychiatrist when we decided not to have him In the public school system due to a severe learning disability. That was over a year ago and it was the best decision we could have made. He is thriving and happy.
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5  
Porter Academy is an amazing school! WE had a tough time trying to find the right school for our son. We tried secular private and public school, and Porter was finally the perfect fit. They have taught our son how to address his learning differences and use that moving forward. The staff is fantastic and highly recommend this school!
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5  
I absolutely love Porter for my son. Public school failed us and Porter met our needs. I’m so very grateful. The teachers are amazing with all the children. Therapy is amazing! I saw results within a few weeks.
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5  
My child has been at Porter for several years and I cannot imagine him being anywhere else. The love and support that he receives from all the staff and teachers is what I wish that I had growing up. My son is happy there and is progressed as he progresses. He has made huge gains since starting there years ago. They have many resources on site to help different challenges that the high functioning student body presents with. The children are taught responsibility and the internal reward systems work well. I have seen many students that started there failing at other institutions that succeed happily and peacefully at Porter. The smaller size is ideal for any student and most especially a student who has a learning difference or challenge. Porter is a bit of a best kept secret! SO happy that we landed at Porter.
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5  
After struggling greatly at a public school (with IEP support), both socially and academically, our daughter is finally thriving at Porter Academy. The small class sizes, developmental homerooms and OT/speech support have helped her to find success at school. She is now understood and encouraged every day.
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5  
After terrible experiences in public and private schools, my son was finally understood and appreciated at Porter. He loves school and we have seen more social and academic progress than ever before.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 68 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,476
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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