Tiftarea Academy is a K4 through 12th grade independent school which seeks to provide foundations for a satisfying and productive life for each of its students.
Academically, Tiftarea Academy encourages excellence for all students and strives to lay the proper foundation for student success at the college level.
The educational environment is based on the traditional values of honor, achievement, and citizenship and is characterized by a strong sense of family.
High standards for student behavior and appearance contribute to the development of the total student and foster a sense of individual and community responsibility.
Students of Tiftarea Academy are encouraged to take advantage of a wide range of activities in recognition of the belief that many valuable lessons can be acquired outside of the classroom.
Through athletics and other extracurricular activities, students learn the necessity of physical conditioning, the demands of competition, and the value of fair play.
Additionally, students learn the responsibility of leadership and the obligations of group effort.
Through service to the school and community, students learn their role and responsibility to others.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Tiftarea Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
624 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Committed to Excellence
- School Mascot: Panther
- Tiftarea Academy is a K4 through 12th grade independent school which seeks to provide foundations for a satisfying and productive life for each of its students. Academically, Tiftarea Academy encourages excellence for all students and strives to lay the proper foundation for student success at the college level. The educational environment is based on the traditional values of honor, achievement, and citizenship and is characterized by a strong sense of family. High standards for student behavior and appearance contribute to the development of the total student and foster a sense of individual and community responsibility. Students of Tiftarea Academy are encouraged to take advantage of a wide range of activities in recognition of the belief that many valuable lessons can be acquired outside of the classroom. Through athletics and other extracurricular activities, students learn the necessity of physical conditioning, the demands of competition, and the value of fair play. Additionally, students learn the responsibility of leadership and the obligations of group effort. Through service to the school and community, students learn their role and responsibility to others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tiftarea Academy's ranking?
Tiftarea Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Tiftarea Academy?
The application deadline for Tiftarea Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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