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.
George Walton Academy
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School
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Grade Pre-K-12
1 Bulldog Dr,
Monroe, GA
755
Students
A
School Details
Head of School
Mr. William Nicholson
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
27
Average GPA
3.68
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$16,750
Niche Grade
A+
B+
A
A
A
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.68
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%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Georgia
99 Students
Georgia Southern University
47 Students
Georgia State University
42 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology
40 Students
Kennesaw State University
37 Students
Georgia College & State University
37 Students
University of North Georgia
35 Students
The University of Alabama
31 Students
Mercer University
29 Students
Berry College
27 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
27 Students
Psychology
16 Students
Biology
14 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
13 Students
Nursing
12 Students
Marketing
11 Students
Chemistry
11 Students
Pre-Law Studies
10 Students
Computer Science
9 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
8 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/1/2025
GWA is great. Not a flashy campus. Great staff and a wonderful culture. Wonderful fit for our 2 girls who would have gotten lost in the shuffle at Public schools. The College Prep is fantastic and a valuable underrated perk of the school.
3/27/2025
This place is like another home. The staff is fantastic, the kids are great, and the environment is welcoming. The kids are more than ready for college!
3/25/2025
Prepared our daughter for college in the best way. Teachers were wonderful and loved the family feel.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/28/2025
Wonderful school for my 3 kids. Great family atmosphere. Sent my oldest to UNC Chapel Hill.
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...
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...
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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Map
List Price Range
$110K - $1.5M
Homes For Sale
258
Average Home Value
$416,080
Median Lot Size
26,571 Sq Ft
% Renters
57%
Average Household Income
$52,679
% of College Grads
12.8%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
2,600 Sq Ft
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Homes for Rent
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- 1,100 Sq Ft
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- Unit B
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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 755 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 3.68, 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 $416,080. Discover additional schools in the area, like Monroe Area High School, Johnston Institute Inc Dba Monroe Country Day School, Carver Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Monroe has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near George Walton Academy.