Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked GA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
The Howard School
About the School
- The Howard School is a school in Atlanta, Georgia, for Kâ12 students with language-based learning disabilities and learning differences.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked GA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Average class size: 15 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
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1950
Student Body
Total Students
365 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 28%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Howie The Hawk
- 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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