Thank you for taking the time to explore The Drake School.
We would be delighted to meet with you and discuss how we can serve your family.
If you would like to arrange a private tour to view our school and discuss our philosophy and educational program, please call (770) 879-8922.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Drake School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition may be paid yearly or monthly.
Admissions Director
Dawn Hipp
School Notes
- At The Drake School we believe in building the strongest educational foundation possible. We keep the size of our classes small to insure everyone is recieving what they need. A combination of A Beka, Macmillan, Harcourt and Scott Foresman curriculum's are used to keep the children challenged.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Drake School?
The application deadline for The Drake School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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