George Walton Academy

George Walton Academy

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
1 Bulldog Dr,  Monroe, GA
4.0
3.8
790 Students
A
Niche Grade
Founded in 1969, George Walton Academy (GWA) prepares children for success with a college-preparatory curriculum supported by a broad range of enrichment activities and rooted in Judeo-Christian principles. GWA is focused on developing the total child, helping them discover talents and interests as they learn. The curriculum is designed to continually prepare students for the next level. Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten kids work on letters and numbers to get an introduction to reading, writing and math. Lower and middle school students have more structured classes, learning traditional subjects with hands-on experiences. In GWA’s upper school, high school kids may choose from the school’s rigorous honors program or Advanced Placement courses. Dual enrollment lets students earn college credit while they’re still in high school. GWA also offers global studies with exchange and immersion programs abroad. The exceptional academic program is rounded out with a full range of arts, athletics and activities, including an award-winning band program. The George Walton Academy Bulldogs compete in the Georgia Independent Athletic Association, with sports programs for kids of every age and region. Through its well-rounded program, George Walton Academy prepares children for excellence in college and life.

School Details

Head of School
Mr. William Nicholson
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
27
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$16,750

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
87
Full Time Teachers
87
Part Time Teachers
0
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
630
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
29
Science
27
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
53.7%
Female
46.3%
White
91.8%
Black
4.7%
Two or more races
1.4%
Hispanic
1.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%

School Rankings

#55 Best Private K12 Schools in Georgia
Source: Niche

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Georgia 100 Students
Georgia Southern University 48 Students
Georgia State University 43 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology 41 Students
Georgia College & State University 40 Students
Kennesaw State University 39 Students
University of North Georgia 34 Students
The University of Alabama 31 Students
Mercer University 31 Students
Auburn University 29 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 27 Students
Psychology 17 Students
Biology 15 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 13 Students
Marketing 11 Students
Nursing 10 Students
Computer Science 10 Students
Chemistry 10 Students
Pre-Law Studies 9 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 72 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/30/2023
I love George Walton because of the family style culture and the close knit nature of the community locally. We have high involvement in our fine arts programs as well as many students being involved in many sports and clubs. I'd like to see the leadership of the school improve as in the past, there's been weak leadership which has caused us to lose students. Others than that, I've had a positive experience and I feel extremely prepared for college and the best journey in my life.
5.0 Senior
11/27/2023
Overall I've had a very positive experience at George Walton Academy. My upperclassmen friends who have graduated and gone to college have reported that this school even over-prepares you for college. Even while having a few questionable teachers, I've learned a lot and feel prepared in continuing my education in college.
5.0 Parent
1/28/2022
Wonderful sense of community, engaging and excellent teachers, supportive Administration and staff. My son is (finally) engaged in what he is learning, talking about his classes at dinner, completing his work on time and without prompting/reminders. While it is great to see him do well, what has been the best is how happy he is to go school each day.
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3.8 31 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/28/2025
Wonderful school for my 3 kids. Great family atmosphere. Sent my oldest to UNC Chapel Hill.
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5.0 parent
3/4/2025
We have four children attending George Walton Academy, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. It’s been truly wonderful. I’d heard that the teachers were exceptional—and I wholeheartedly agree—but I was initially concerned that the community might feel too tight-knit or exclusive. That coul...
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2.0 other
12/8/2022
Great school on the outside but as soon as you peel away the layers you find a school that is only a pretty face. mental health is thrown to the ways side, and any child with a learning disability is treated terribly. Staff range from passive aggressive to down right rude and hostile. unless you wan...
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5.0 other
4/23/2022
Headmaster Hobbs and the faculty care deeply about quality education and character development. Parent engagement is an asset as well. Diverse opportunities exist for extracurricular activities.
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George Walton Academy

George Walton Academy is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 1 Bulldog Dr in Monroe, in the Monroe neighborhood. Annual tuition is $16,750. The school has a total enrollment of 790 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. George Walton Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.66, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $414,097. Discover additional schools in the area, like Victory Baptist School, Bethlehem Christian Academy, Monroe Area High School, and more. Learn more about what Monroe has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near George Walton Academy.

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