Located on the eastern edge of West Paces, less than a mile from the Georgia Governor's Mansion, Atlanta Classical Academy is a beacon of light to the community. Since 2014, this public, tuition-free K-12 charter school has enrolled students from the Atlanta Public School district. The schools elementary and middle schools rank third in Best Charter Schools in Georgia, and academics include literature, history and mathematics. Students can also prepare for learning in higher education areas like law, medicine, business, engineering, technology and theology.
Extra-curricular programs include cross country, soccer, volleyball, track and swimming. The school offers various clubs, like film appreciation, chess, hiking and many more. At Atlanta Classical Academy, students receive premium education rounded out with academics and athletics.
Atlanta Classical Academy
Charter Elementary, Middle, High School
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Grade K-12
3260 Northside Dr NW,
Atlanta, GA
School Details
Head of School
Stephen Lambert
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
69%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
100%
Niche Grade
A
A+
A
A
B
B
B+
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.53
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Reading Proficiency
69%
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Math Proficiency
67%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
59
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Full Time Teachers
59
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Teachers in First or Second Year
24.5%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1250
Math
610
Verbal
630
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Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
29
Reading
30
Science
28
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Number of AP Courses
6
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AP Pass Rate
95%
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AP Math Enrollment
Very High
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AP Science Enrollment
Very High
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Other AP Enrollment
Low
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Four-Year Matriculation Rate
95%
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
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Boys Athletic Participation
High
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
24%
State Average
15.6%
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Science
22%
State Average
10.6%
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Student Diversity
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Female
50.4%
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Male
49.6%
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White
67.2%
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Black
16.8%
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Two or more races
7.7%
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Hispanic
7.1%
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School Rankings
#1
Best Charter ES in Georgia
#1
Best Charter MS in Georgia
#2
Best Charter HS in Georgia
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Georgia
50 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology
35 Students
Georgia State University
31 Students
Auburn University
26 Students
Clemson University
17 Students
Kennesaw State University
16 Students
Mercer University
14 Students
Oglethorpe University
14 Students
Georgia College & State University
13 Students
Berry College
13 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
17 Students
Biology
13 Students
English
12 Students
Chemistry
11 Students
Psychology
10 Students
Nursing
10 Students
Computer Science
8 Students
History
8 Students
Literature
8 Students
Engineering
7 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/8/2024
I have been at Atlanta Classical for 10 years and they have been both the best and most difficult 10 years. I wish there was more diversity in my school. I hope in the years to come there will be more kids of ethnic background joining Atlanta Classical Academy.
2/27/2021
Excellent teachers. Rigorous curriculum that is superb preparation for top-tier colleges. One of the top schools in Atlanta.
3/28/2019
Atlanta Classical Academy is an exceptional institution with great foundations. I look forward to seeing it progress even further in later years.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/24/2026
ACA has grown the intellect and knowledge to a degree I thought unimaginable. The teachers, leaders, counselors, and staff as a whole are the best you will find.
2/19/2026
Our family is so grateful to be at ACA. We have two children in middle and high school - they've been students since early elementary. The teachers are kind and supportive, and they are committed to growing our children into men and women of intellect and character. They care deeply about imparting...
2/19/2026
We love Atlanta Classical Academy! The classical curriculum is a beautiful and rigorous education. The teachers and staff are wonderful! We have four kids across elementary, middle, and high school and we are so pleased with the school.
12/14/2025
My family has been at ACA for all 12 years it has been open. We wouldn't dream of moving our children elsewhere. Having seen my oldest child grow from a kindergartener into a high school junior, I can say ACA has delivered on its promise of building knowledgeable, virtuous citizens:The students are...
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Map
List Price Range
$413K - $4.3M
Homes For Sale
14
Average Home Value
$1,397,490
Median Lot Size
21,780 Sq Ft
% Renters
55%
Average Household Income
$152,868
% of College Grads
82.2%
Median Age
45
Average House Size
3,647 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
55.9%
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- 2 Baths
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Additional Schools in the Area
- K to 12th
- Private
- 6th to 12th
- Private
- K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Atlanta History Center Veterans Park
- Trails
Chastain Memorial Park
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Atlanta Memorial Park
Beaverbrook Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Mckinley-Wilson Triangle Park
- Trails
Castlewood Triangle Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Woodward Way Greenspace
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Cross Creek
A resort-style gated condo and townhouse community on the west side of Buckhead
Margaret Mitchell
Highly rated schools bring families to this west Buckhead neighborhood
Atlanta Classical Academy is a charter school for students in grades K-12 in Atlanta, GA and is served by the Atlanta Public Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 688 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 69% are proficient in reading. Atlanta Classical Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $1,397,490. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pace Academy, Atlanta Girls School, The Westminster Schools, and more. Learn more about what Atlanta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Atlanta Classical Academy.