Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked GA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
The Howard School
About the School
- The Howard School serves 365 students in grades 8-12, is a member of the Alternative School Network, the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA).
- The student:teacher of The Howard School is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked GA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
The Howard School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Students By Grade
Grade Not Listed largest at 186 students are in Grade Not Listed, far more than any single listed grade.
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
365 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 28%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Age 5 through grade 12: tuition ranges from $39,590 - $43,810
Tuition Notes
$41,170 - $45,670
Application URL
Request Information
Sports
School Mascot
Howie The Hawk
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Marian Howard, Educator -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from The Howard School?
The Howard School famous alumni include: Marian Howard, Educator.
What is The Howard School's ranking?
The Howard School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Howard School?
The application deadline for The Howard School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Howard School located?
The Howard School is located in the Blandtown neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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