Academe of the Oaks

Academe of the Oaks

Private High School | Grade 9-12
146 New St,  Decatur, GA
Winnona Park Historic District Neighborhood
4.5
4.2
97 Students
A+
Niche Grade
Named for the grove in ancient Greece where the philosopher Plato held classes and discoursed with his students, the Academe of the Oaks strives to uphold the proud Grecian academic spirit. Instructing students from ninth to twelfth grades, this private school accepts less than a hundred students every year, making the campus one of the most selective and exclusive in the Avondale Park area. The school emphasizes active student involvement, creative thinking and intellectual discovery over rout memorization of textbooks for standardized tests, instead learning from the original firsthand sources. The Academe focuses on a college preparatory curriculum with honors and AP options that immerses students into the Western canon of the sciences, mathematics and humanities while also cultivating a sense of civic duty through extensive community service initiatives. A number of extra-curricular options are also available to students, ranging from organizations like beekeeping club, Young Physicians Initiative, fencing club and Amnesty International to the Firebirds sports teams including basketball, volleyball, soccer, track and field and ultimate frisbee. The Academe has full accreditation through the Southern Association of Independent Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. With a 100% graduation rate and a high average SAT score, the Academe of the Oaks provides students with a truly classical education for the modern age.

School Details

Head of School
Eva Handschin
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
27
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$22,575

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B+
Teachers
A
College Prep
A-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
13
Full Time Teachers
7
Part Time Teachers
6
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
580
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
24
English
29
Reading
30
Science
26
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
93%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female
53.2%
Male
46.8%
White
50.6%
Black
31.7%
Two or more races
7.6%
Hispanic
5.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.1%

School Rankings

#5 Best HS for the Arts in Georgia
#18 Most Diverse Private HS in Georgia
#32 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Georgia
Source: Niche

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Georgia State University 31 Students
University of Georgia 28 Students
Emory University 19 Students
Kennesaw State University 17 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology 11 Students
Agnes Scott College 10 Students
Auburn University 8 Students
Mercer University 8 Students
Georgia College & State University 8 Students
Oglethorpe University 8 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 13 Students
Biology 12 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 8 Students
Creative Writing 6 Students
Education 5 Students
Architecture 5 Students
Computer Science 4 Students
Finance 4 Students
Engineering 4 Students
Film and Video Studies 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 28 Reviews
4.0 Senior
8/29/2024
I've been here since 9th grade, and I've had a solid experience to be honest, however the small class sizes can be a good and bad thing. It's good because of the level of 101 time with teachers, but bad because of how stunted your social life may be.
4.0 Alum
12/27/2022
Academe is such a small community that it feels like one big family. Teachers are always willing to help, but you must seek help when needed. Honestly, it's not a hard school. Many of my classmates had jobs and still finished their assignments on time. Most things we learned/did really prepare us for college. Everyone has different experiences, but mine was awesome.
5.0 Parent
6/12/2019
Academe is an excellent school with challenging curriculum and caring faculty members. Students graduate with the tools they need to be able to make their own choices. It is a small school where the student is at the center and can forge any path they choose.
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4.2 40 Reviews
2.0 parent
10/2/2025
Be careful of what you are committing to. Their style of teaching is a one-way door; you can not go back. Normal schools can not accept credits from this kind of school. Teaching subjects in blocks of a few weeks means you are locking your student's education to that schedule for their remaining tim...
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2.0 parent
10/2/2025
Our child was at AO for a little over 2 years with a very mixed experience. We had long conversations prior to enrollment as a freshman to ensure that the school understood learning and support needs as well as negative prior school experiences. We were assured that their faculty and staff were capa...
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1.0 other
10/2/2025
This school makes you sign a very one-sided tuition contract that lists your responsibilities as a parent, but it is completely silent on the school's obligations to your child. The minute something goes wrong, they will not hesitate to expel your student and then audaciously refuse to release the s...
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5.0 parent
10/30/2024
My daughter has had a wonderful experience at Academe of the Oaks so far. It's true that the classes are academically challenging, but the work has been engaging and stimulating for her and has pushed her thinking and creativity. She's made good friends, the teachers and administration are wonderful...
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Academe of the Oaks

Academe of the Oaks is a private school for students in grades 9-12 located at 146 New St in Decatur, GA. Annual tuition is $22,575. The school has a total enrollment of 97 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Academe of the Oaks has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $790,124. Discover additional schools in the area, like Solid Foundation Christian Academy, Fugees Academy, Paideia School, and more. Learn more about what Decatur has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Academe of the Oaks.

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