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Institution/Grade Levels |
Contact/Address/Telephone |
Test Scores |
Students |
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Public Elementary School* |
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MorrisBrandonElementary School, K-5 |
Principal: Ms. Karen Evans
2741 Howell Mill Rd., NW, 30327 (404) 350-2153 |
ITBS - Grade 3: 87/85
ITBS - Grade 5: 87/91
GCRCT - Grade 4: 99/98/98/100/100 |
770 |
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GardenHillsElementary School
PK-5 |
Principal: Ms. Amy Wilson
285 SheridanDr., NE, 30305 (404) 842-3103 |
ITBS - Grade 3: 43/48
ITBS - Grade 5: 36/50
GCRCT - Grade 4: 78/90/79/70/94 |
575 |
|
WarrenT.JacksonElementary School
K-5 |
Principal: Dr. Lorraine Reich
Main Campus, grades 2-5: 1325 Mt. Paran Rd., NW, 30327 (404) 842-3100
Primary Campus, grades K-1: 4191 Northside Dr., NW, 30342 (404) 802-8810 |
ITBS - Grade 3: 84/86
ITBS - Grade 5: 82/83
GCRCT - 98% meet or exceed all content areas in all grades, with 73% exceeding in reading, 59% exceeding in English and language arts, and 79% exceeding in math |
850 |
|
E. RiversElementary School
PK-5 |
Principal: Mr. David A. White
8 Peachtree Battle Ave., NW, 30305 (404) 350-2150 |
GCRCT - Grade 4: 82/87/82/75/91 |
481 |
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SarahRawsonSmithElementary School
K-5 |
Principal: Dr. Sidney Baker
Main Campus: 370 Old Ivy Rd., NE, 30342 (404) 842-3120
Kindergarten Campus: 4100 Roswell Rd., 30342 (404) 256-3317 |
GCRCT - Grade 1: 98/98/98
GCRCT - Grade 2: 99/99/98
GCRCT - Grade 3: 96/99/98/97/97
GCRCT - Grade 4: 96/97/97/99/99
GCRCT - Grade 5: 96/98/96/98/99 |
842 |
|
Public Middle School |
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WillisA.SuttonMiddle School, 6-8 |
Principal: Ms. Audrey Sofianos
4360 Powers Ferry Rd., NW, 30327 (404) 802-5600 |
GCRCT - Grade 6: 95/91/72/73/94
GCRCT - Grade 8: 86/86/75/78/85 |
898 |
|
Public High School** |
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North Atlanta High School, 9-12 |
Principal: Mark MyGrant
2875 Northside Dr., NW, 30305 (404) 802-4700 |
SAT: 505/487/488/1480
GHSGT: 98/95 |
1,255 |
|
*National percentile rank of average standard score for Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS)(reading/math)
Georgia Criterion-Referenced Competency Test (GCRCT)**Standardized Achievement Test (SAT)(verbal/math/writing/total)
Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT)(language/math) |
Total public education |
5,671 |
| Private Elementary Schools |
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Institution/Grade Levels |
Contact/Address/Telephone/ Website |
# of Students/Avg. Tuition |
Accreditations |
Notes |
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Trinity School
P3-6 |
Head of School: Stephen G. Kennedy4301 Northside Pkwy., NW, 30327 (404) 231-8100 http://www.trinityatl.org/
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588 / $11,120-16,200 |
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools |
Provides a nurturing, child-centered environment with a challenging academic program that encourages self-esteem, respect for others, and a love of learning. Trinity welcomes children of diverse backgrounds. |
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Heiskell School
P-8 |
Director: Ms. Cyndie Heiskell 3260 Northside Dr., NW, 30305 (404) 262-2233 http://www.heiskell.net/ |
350 / $3,775-10,500 |
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Georgia Accrediting Commission Inc. |
Provides an academically challenging, spiritually dynamic and internationally focused environment that enables students to use their talents to impact the world for Christ. |
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Christ the King School
K-8 |
Principal: Mrs. Peggy Warner 46 Peachtree Way, NE, 30305 (404) 233-0383 http://www.christking.org/ |
551 / $7,300-10,410 |
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools |
Christ the KingSchool is celebrating its 70th year of providing academic excellence in a Christ-centered environment. Primarily serving families of the Cathedral of Christ the King, the school's mission calls it to inspire a love of learning and to prepare students for active participa-tion in, and contributions to, the Church and their community. With emphasis on Christian principles, individual responsibility is developed and spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social, and physical growth are nurtured in each child. CKS was named a 2007 Blue Ribbon School. This is the second time the school has received this honor. |
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Private Elementary and High Schools |
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Atlanta International School
PK-12 |
Headmaster: Dr. Robert Brindley 2890 N. Fulton Dr., 30305 (404) 841-3840 http://www.aischool.org/ |
910 / $14,494-16,979 |
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Council of International Schools, International Baccalaureate Organization |
Offers an international education to children from the United States and 70 other countries. Students thrive in a global educational community where respect and appreciation for the citizens of the world are as integral to the curriculum as academics. In the primary school accredited IB Primary Years Programme, core subjects are taught and learned in two languages - English and either French, German, or Spanish. The school is implementing the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for Grades 6-10, a holistic and rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for the IB Diploma Programme that they will take in Grades 11 and 12. The IB diploma is valued as an honors program leading to advanced standing and college credit at the fi nest universities worldwide. |
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Galloway School
P-12 |
Head of School: Mr. Tom Brereton 215 W. Wieuca Rd., NW, 30342 (404) 252-8389 http://www.gallowayschool.org/ |
708 / $9,750-16,720 |
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools |
The mission of the school is to prepare its graduates for the most selective colleges and universities. Its students thrive in an environment that places them at the center of the learning process. The school expects students to be fully responsible and accountable for their academic work and their behavior as members of the community. The environment engenders a true love of learning. |
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Holy Spirit Preparatory School
7-12 |
President: Mr. Gareth Genner 4449 Northside Dr., NW, 30327 (678) 904-2811 http://www.holyspiritprep.org/ |
300 / $15,189 |
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools |
Newly opened in 2004. Combines the traditions of a Catholic education with those of a classical preparatory school for a dynamic learning environment where students enthusiastically acquire the knowledge and cultivate the skills necessary for leadership. Named one of the "Top 50 Catholic Schools in America" by the Catholic High School Honor Roll. |
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Lovett School
K-12 |
Headmaster: Mr. William S. Peebles, IV 4075 Paces Ferry Rd., NW, 30327 (404) 262-3032 http://www.lovett.org/ |
1,550 / $15,440-18,410 |
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools |
Lovett students rank among the highest in academic achieve-ments including SAT scores as well as excellence in state and national mathematics, foreign language, and fine arts competitions. Implementation of Phase One of Lovett's Master Campus Plan has significantly improved the campus aesthetically and functionally. These improvements accommodate the continuous growth of Lovett's academic and extracurricular programs. |
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Pace Academy
K-12 |
Headmaster: Mr. Frederick G. Assaf 966 W. Paces Ferry Rd., 30327 (404) 262-1345 http://www.paceacademy.org/ |
940 / $15,885-18,545 |
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools |
Emphasizes small classes and personal attention. Graduates accepted into the nation's most highly respected colleges and universities. Successful athletic and fine arts programs reflect the high level of involvement of students and parents. |
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Westminster Schools
P1-12 |
President: Dr. William Clarkson, IV 1424 W. Paces Ferry Rd., NW, 30327 (404) 355-8673 http://www.westminster.net/ |
1,826 / $15,440-18,000 |
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Southern Association of Independent Schools |
Emphasizes educational excellence which includes challenging academics, meaningful interpersonal relationships, and a wide variety of extracurricular activities, to nurture, engage, and develop the whole child. |
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Private Middle and High School |
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Atlanta Girls' School
6-12 |
Interim Head of School: Ms. Joan Countryman 3254 Northside Pkwy., NW, 30327 (404) 845-0900 http://www.atlantagirlsschool.org/ |
180 / $16,700
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Georgia AccreditingCommission, Inc.,Southern Association of Colleges and Schools,Southern Association of Independent Schools |
Has mentoring program in which students are matched withprofessional women in the community; city's first wireless DSL laptop school, community service, college prep curriculum. |
Special Education
Atlanta Speech School Oral School for children who are deaf or hard-ofhearing; Wardlaw School for children through grade 6 with language-based learning disabilities; Speech- Language Pathology and Audiology Clinic provides outpatient diagnostic testing and therapy for children and adults; nursery/kindergarten for mainstream children ages 2-5, Stepping Stones for children ages 3-4 with speech/language delays; Occupational Therapy Clinic for children with sensory integration, handwriting, and fi ne/gross motor diffi culties. Comer Yates, Executive Director (404) 233-5332 3160 Northside Pkwy., NW, 30327 www.atlantaspeechschool.org
Heart of Hope Academy Functional and academic learning for children ages 8-15 with mild to severe special needs to help them attain their highest level of independence. Joanne Kimball, Executive Director (404) 816-3967 P.O. Box 421007, 30342 www.heartofhopeacademy.org
North Metro Psychoeducational Programs Diagnostic and treatment services for children ages 5-21 with severe emotional or behavioral problems. Gail Healey, Program Coordinator (404) 350-2156 2845 Margaret Mitchell Dr., NW, 30327
Colleges and Universities
American InterContinental University International business, business administration, criminal justice, media production, fashion design, fashion marketing, game design and development, interior design, visual communication, and MBA. (404) 965-5700 3330 Peachtree Rd., NE, 30326 www.aiubuckhead.com
DeVry University Business administration, biomedical engineering technology, computer engineering technology, computer information systems, electronics engineering technology, health information technology, technical management, and web graphic design. (404) 296-7400 15 Piedmont Center, Plaza Level 100, 3575 Piedmont Rd., NE, 30305 www.devry.edu
Georgia State University- J. Mack Robinson College of Business Executive MBA program. (404) 651-3760 Tower Place 200, 4th Floor 3340 Peachtree Rd., NE, 30326 www.robinson.gsu.edu
Keller Graduate School of Management Part of DeVry University. Master's degrees in accounting and fi nancial, business administration, human resource management, information systems management, management, project management, public administration, and telecommunications. (404) 296-7400 or (888) KELLER8 15 Piedmont Center, Plaza Level 100, 3575 Piedmont Rd., NE, 30305 www.keller.edu
Portfolio Center Certifi cate programs for design and advertising writing, illustration, media architecture, writing, art direction, and photography. (404) 351-5055 125 Bennett St., NW, 30309 www.portfoliocenter.com
Southern Center for International Studies CEU and certifi cate programs for international affairs, global trade, and international political, economic, social, and environmental issues. (404) 261-5763 320 W. Paces Ferry Rd., NW, 30305 www.southerncenter.org
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business Executive MBA program. (404) 841-8105 3475 Lenox Rd., NE, 30326 www.terry.uga.edu
Business/Vocational
Aveda Institute Cosmetology, esthetics, manicuring, and instructor training. (404) 649-7119 3402 Piedmont Rd., 30305 www.beautybasicsinc.com
Barbizon School of Atlanta Modeling, acting (404) 261-7332 3423 Piedmont Rd., NE, Ste. 510, 30305 www.barbizonatlanta.com
Brown College Court reporting, information reporting, medical transcription, and broadcast captioning. (404) 876-1227 1740 Peachtree St., NW, 30309 www.browncollege.com
Herzing College Degree and diploma programs, and online courses, for information technology, massage therapy, business, medical offi ce, healthcare management, paralegal, legal studies, homeland security, and graphic arts. (404) 816-4533 3393 Peachtree Rd., NE, Ste. 1003, 30326 www.herzing.edu/atlanta
High-Tech Institute Programs for medical assistant, medical billing and coding, surgical technologist, pharmacy technician, and massage therapy. (877) 269-7135 2450 Piedmont Rd., NE, 30324 www.hightechinstitue.edu
Hypnosis Institute & Stop Smoking in One Hour Certifi cation training and internship in hypnosis and hypnotherapy. (404) 442-8700 309 E. Paces Ferry Rd., Ste. 720, 30305
Psychological Studies Institute Master's degrees in professional counseling, marriage and family therapy, and Christian counseling. (404) 233-3949 2055 Mt. Paran Rd., NW, 30327 www.psy.edu
Computer Training Interactive Worldwide Alliance (404) 847-4700 3500 Lenox Rd., NE, Ste. 1500, 30326
Language Schools Berlitz Language Center (404) 261-5062 Tower Place 200, Ste. 130, 3348 Peachtree Rd., NE, 30326
Inlingua Language Training Centers (404) 266-2661 3355 Lenox Rd., NE, #500, 30326
Continuing Education
Georgia Pharmacy Association, Inc. American Council on Pharmaceutical Educationapproved continuing education courses. (404) 231-5074 50 Lenox Pointe, NE, 30324 www.gpha.org
Georgia Society of CPA's Continuing education presentations, courses, and conferences. (404) 231-8676 3353 Peachtree Rd., NE, Ste. 400, North Tower, 30326 www.gscpa.org
Other Interests
About Faces Models and talent ? (404) 233-2007 3400 Peachtree Rd., NE, Ste. 147, 30326 www.aboutfacesmt.com
Applause...For Kids Performing arts ? (404) 459-0409 4279 Roswell Rd., NE, 30342 www.applauseforkids.com
Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education (404) 303-1501 4279 Roswell Rd., NE, Ste. 703, 30342 www.atlantaballet.com
Atlanta Kick Kickboxing, karate, martial arts, fi tness (404) 869-8666 760 Miami Cir., Ste. 204, 30324 www.atlantakick.com
The Basement Theater Improvisational Theatre (404) 277-3071 175 W. Wieuca Rd., NE, #3B, 30342 www.thebasementtheatre.com
Buckhead Barn Polo and riding lessons. (404) 240-0636 576 Broadland Rd., NW, 30327 www.buckheadbarn.com
Campbell Piano Studio & School of Music Instruction in piano and other instruments. (404) 869-5558 3115 Piedmont Rd., NE, Ste. C-201, 30305 campbellpiano@bellsouth.net
Chastain Arts Center City of Atlanta, Dept. of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs (404) 252-2927 135 W. Wieuca Rd., NW, 30342 www.bcaatlanta.org
Georgia Academy of Music (404) 355-3451 1424 W. Paces Ferry Rd., NW, 30327
Huntington Learning Center Tutoring Services K-12. Exam Prep-SAT, ACT, and SSAT (404) 551-4810 4385 Roswell Rd., 30342 www.atlanta_buckhead.huntingtonlearning.com
Atlanta Kaplan Center Test preparation and English as a second language. (404) 365-9004 3867 Roswell Rd., NE, Ste. 200, 30342 www.kaptest.com
The Learning Center at Binders Art classes and workshops. (404) 237-6331 3330 Piedmont Rd., Ste. 18, 30305 www.learning.bindersart.com
Lee Harper Studios Creative movement, modern, ballet, pointe, tap. (404) 364-9555 3080 E. Shadowlawn, NE, 30305 www.leeharperanddancers.com
The Music Class For children (770) 645-5578 257 Buckhead Ave., 30305 www.themusicclass.com
Playforming Arts Music, dance, theatre, art for children. (404) 816-9041 360 Pharr Rd., Ste. B, 30305 www.playformingarts.com
The Princeton Review (404) 233-0980 550 Pharr Rd., NE, Ste. 120, 30305
Professional Actors Studio (404) 943-1873 2849 Piedmont Rd., 30305
The Studio - Atlanta Dance (404) 233-8686 3229-B Cains Hill Place, 30305
Studio Dionne, School of Dance and Music (404) 877-0005 524 Plasters Ave., 30324 www.studiodionne.com
Viking Culinary Arts Center (404) 745-9064 1745 Peachtree Rd., NE, 30309
