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Mt. Bethel Christian Academy

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web-_bh2_9031For nearly 20 years, Mt. Bethel Christian Academy has been the school of choice for families from East Cobb and beyond desiring a JK–12th grade, Christ-centered, education for their children.

College-preparatory in its approach, Mt. Bethel’s curriculum challenges students with rigorous studies that include a dual track STEM program, honors, and AP opportunities. A one-to-one laptop program (5th through 12th) allows students to access their textbooks and reference material online and includes a communication tool connecting students and parents to teachers.

With two campuses in East Cobb County, the combined facilities include spacious classrooms, performing arts, visual arts and video production studios, dining halls, learning commons with dedicated student collaboration space, an 1,800 square-foot fully equipped fitness center, two indoor gymnasiums, a six-lane, 25-yard, year-round swimming pool, an outdoor pavilion covering a regulation-size basketball court, lighted tennis courts, athletweb-boy-72dpiic fields, and two recreational lakes. Beyond the classroom, a championship athletic program includes volleyball, soccer, basketball, swimming, cross-country, baseball, golf, tennis, lacrosse, clay targets, archery, cheerleading, and an equestrian team.

Bus service is available to the Main Campus (Jr. Kindergarten–8), located at 4385 Lower Roswell Road, and the North Campus (9–12), located at 2509 Post Oak Tritt Rd.

Learn more about Mt. Bethel Christian Academy.

Locations:
Main Campus
Jr. K-8th Grade
4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068

North Campus
9th-12th Grade
2509 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta, GA 30062

Mount Pisgah Christian School

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066A2293What sets Mount Pisgah apart? From preschool to graduation, Mount Pisgah provides an experience that develops students who are truly prepared for college and ready for life.

Mount Pisgah provides a robust college-preparatory education. The curriculum features a full array of AP courses, as well as a wide range of academic classes taught by professionals who are highly skilled at bringing out the best in each student.

cap toss 2015Christian Foundation. The mission of Mount Pisgah Christian School is to provide a college-preparatory education grounded in Christian faith and values. Students are given the opportunity to explore their faith through spiritual retreats, Chapel, Bible courses, leadership and mentor opportunities, and mission trips.

More than a school, Mount Pisgah is a community. Ask any student, parent or teacher, “What do you love most about the school?” The answer you’ll hear is “Mount Pisgah is a family.” Relationships and a sense of belonging are highlights of the Mount Pisgah Experience.

Learn more about Mount Pisgah Christian School.

Atlanta International School

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web-AIS_9_13_1268Celebrating its 30th school year, Atlanta International School (AIS) offers all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programs to 1,160 U.S. and international students from 3-year-old kindergarten to grade twelve.

Rigorous academics are enriched by a world-class language acquisition program, which begins with a full-immersion preschool program in Spanish, French, and German.

AA_L1449In addition to the prestigious IB diploma, the school offers STEM-and STEAM-endorsed (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) as well as bilingual diplomas.

Beyond the classroom, AIS students participate in award-winning performing and fine arts opportunities, competitive athletics, and global experiential learning. The AIS community comprises more than 90 nationalities.

AIS is accredited by SAIS and the Council of International Schools.

Learn more about Atlanta International School.

Grades pre-K3–12

Total number of students 1,160

Number of high school students 342

Founded 1984, opened 1985

Students of color data NA

Average class size 16

Religious affiliation none

Seniors with National Merit recognition 17%

Grade foreign language first offered pre-K3

Language(s) offered French, German, Latin, Mandarin, Spanish

Lowest tuition for 5-day students $20,647

Annual tuition for grade 12 $23,570

Students receiving financial aid 12%

Class size expands in 6

Uniform no

Bus transportation no

Teacher retention rate 92%

Number of AP courses offered n/a (offers IB program)

Varsity sports basketball, cross-country, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, track, Ultimate, volleyball

Division GHSA class A

Number of art studios 4

High school theater productions per year 4

High school musical ensembles 5

Annual applications per opening approximately 3

Eaton Academy

Grades K–12

Total number of students 160

Number of high school students 45

Founded 1995

Students of color 7%

Average class size 5

Religious affiliation none

Seniors with National Merit recognition 2

Grade foreign language first offered 8

Language(s) offered Latin, Spanish

Lowest tuition for 5-day students $14,500

Annual tuition for grade 12 $19,900

Students receiving financial aid none

Class size expands in n/a

Uniform no (dress code)

Bus transportation no

Teacher retention rate 95%

Number of AP courses offered none

Annual applications per opening data NA

Landmark Christian School

Grades K4–12

Total number of students 860

Number of high school students 277

Founded 1989

Students of color 25%

Average class size (K–5) 18

Average class size (middle school) 20

Average class size (high school) 20

Religious affiliation nondenominational Christian

Seniors with National Merit recognition 4

Grade foreign language first offered K4

Language(s) offered French, Mandarin, Spanish

Lowest tuition for 5-day students $6,550

Annual tuition for grade 12 $14,475

Students receiving financial aid 14%

Class size expands in 6

Uniform yes

Bus transportation yes

Teacher retention rate 95%

Number of AP courses offered 13

Students scoring 3-plus on AP exams 80

Varsity sports baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross-country, football, golf, soccer, softball, swimming/diving, tennis, track, volleyball, wrestling

Division GHSA class A

Number of art studios 4

High school theater productions per year 2

High school musical ensembles 6

Annual applications per opening approx 2.5

Mohammed Schools of Atlanta

Grades pre-K3–12

Total number of students 160

Number of high school students 65

Founded 1980

Students of color 97%

Average class size 15

Religious affiliation Al-Islam

Seniors with National Merit recognition 20%

Grade foreign language first offered pre-K3

Language(s) offered Arabic

Lowest tuition for 5-day students $550/month

Annual tuition for grade 12 $5,750

Students receiving financial aid 85%

Class size expands in n/a

Uniform yes

Bus transportation no

Teacher retention rate 95%

Number of AP courses offered 2

Students scoring 3-plus on AP exams data NA

Varsity sports basketball, soccer

Division GHSA class A

Number of art studios 1

High school theater productions per year 5

High school musical ensembles 2

Annual applications per opening data NA

Woodward Academy

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Woodward Academy provides wise, individual guidance at every step, preparing students for best-fit colleges, mentoring them in life-shaping qualities of good character, and helping them reach their fullest potential.

Woodward students develop a deep respect for difference as they collaborate with peers from more than 20 metro Atlanta counties, and a broad array of religious, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Woodward offers prolific opportunities to try and triumph, including 25 AP web-woodward-academy-class-of-2015-1courses, a Transition Program for students with mild learning differences, and numerous clubs, arts opportunities, and athletic options.

Because of the Woodward experience, students are confident and well-prepared for today’s evolving world. Seniors achieve 100 percent acceptance to top four-year colleges and universities, and graduating classes earn more than $14 million in scholarships annually. Most importantly, Woodward’s impact on students extends far beyond college. Inspiring alumni are making an impact in every field; they are leaders capable of changing the world.

Learn more about Woodward Academy

GRADES offered pre-K–12

TOTAL NUMBER OF STUDENTS 2,703

NUMBER OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 1,097

FOUNDED 1900

STUDENTS OF COLOR 49%

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE 16

RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION none

SENIORS WITH NATIONAL MERIT RECOGNITION 19 out of a graduating class of 245

GRADE FOREIGN LANGUAGE FIRST OFFERED pre-K

LANGUAGE(S) OFFERED Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Spanish

LOWEST TUITION FOR 5-DAY STUDENTS $16,000

ANNUAL TUITION for highest grade $25,800

STUDENTS RECEIVING FINANCIAL AID 13%

UNIFORM yes

BUS TRANSPORTATION yes

TEACHER RETENTION RATE data N/A

AP COURSES offered 25

STUDENTS SCORING 3+ ON AP EXAMS 90%

VARSITY SPORTS baseball, basketball, cheerleading, clay target, cross-country, football, golf, lacrosse, riflery, soccer, softball, swimming/diving, tennis, track, Ultimate, volleyball, wrestling

DIVISION GHSA class AAAA

ART STUDIOS 5

UPPER SCHOOL THEATER PRODUCTIONS PER YEAR 4

UPPER SCHOOL MUSICAL ENSEMBLES 14

ANNUAL APPLICATIONS PER OPENING data N/A

WHAT’S NEW Woodward Academy has several new courses, including philarmonia, a collaborative orchestra and strings upper school performing arts course; an upper school
fiber arts course; Freshman Focus, a year-long course to facilitate a seamless adjustment to the first year of high school; and a nine-week middle school STEM course where students solve real-word problems. Also new are Eaglesphere at Woodward North, a space designed to accommodate multiple STEM/STEAM-based programs and activities and Makerspaces, with opportunities for tinkering, printmaking, and building interest in STEAM.

Whitefield Academy

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al0023_football20160826Whitefield Academy, a Christ-centered college-preparatory school located in Smyrna, serves more than 800 students from Smyrna, Vinings, Buckhead, and beyond, in grades PreK4 through 12. The rigorous and intentional curriculum builds year over year toward numerous AP and honors level courses, setting the framework for 100 percent of graduates to matriculate to colleges and universities, with many enjoying generous scholarship offers and awards. Whitefield’s tight-knit, family-focused community is unique, providing students a learning environment second to none, and facilitating the discovery of student talents and interests. With more than 50 sports teams and an award-winning fine arts program, Whitefield students hone their skills, develop deep relationships with God and others, and enjoy pursuing their passions both in and out of the classroom.

Learn more about Whitefield Academy.

GRADES OFFERED pre-K4–12

TOTAL NUMBER OF STUDENTS 813

NUMBER OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 277

FOUNDED 1997

STUDENTS OF COLOR 19%

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE 16–18

RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION nondenominational Christian

SENIORS WITH NATIONAL MERIT RECOGNITION 12%

GRADE FOREIGN LANGUAGE FIRST OFFERED pre-K4

LANGUAGE(S) OFFERED French, Latin, Spanish

LOWEST TUITION FOR 5-DAY STUDENTS $9,950 (pre-K4)

ANNUAL TUITION for highest grade $21,750

STUDENTS RECEIVING FINANCIAL AID 19%

CLASS size EXPANDS IN K, 6, 9

UNIFORM yes

BUS TRANSPORTATION no (parent shuttle from Buckhead)

TEACHER RETENTION RATE 90%

AP COURSES OFFERED 16

STUDENTS SCORING 3+ ON AP EXAMS 82%

VARSITY SPORTS baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross-country, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, swimming/diving, tennis, track, volleyball, wrestling

DIVISION GHSA class A

ART STUDIOS 4

THEATER PRODUCTIONS PER YEAR 5

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL ENSEMBLES 7

ANNUAL APPLICATIONS PER OPENING varies

WHAT’S NEW Whitefield offers an annual service project trip to Ecuador and spring break cultural tours of the great cities in Europe for upper school students. Our newly completed, 10-court tennis complex provides an outstanding environment for our tennis teams to excel.

The Westminster Schools

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Westminster 1 WEB - Credit Billy HowardFounded in 1951, Westminster is a Pre-First–12 Christian preparatory school that serves 1,862 students on a 180-acre campus in the heart of metro Atlanta. We prepare students to serve and lead in our rapidly changing world, helping them tap into innate talents in a vibrant and personal learning environment.

Westminster is committed to developing the whole student by offering not only carefully designed academic instruction, but also a wealth of engaging extracurricular opportunities such as:

  • Unique service learning projects that partner with nonprofit organizations locally and abroad;
  • A dynamic performing arts program that includes music, visual arts, and drama;
  • Students in front of Pressly Hall, The Westminster Schools WEB - Credit Billy HowardA nationally recognized athletic program with 84 teams across 17 sports;
  • and interdisciplinary Global Programs in more than eight countries.

We invite you to visit our campus during an Open House. Please visit www.westminster.net/admissions to review dates, register for an event, and learn more about our admissions process.

We look forward to meeting you!

Learn more about The Westminster School.

Grades pre-1–12

Total number of students 1,862

Number of high school students 816

Founded 1951

Students of color 31%

Average class size (K–5) 18 (2 teachers per class)

Average class size (middle school) 16

Average class size (high school) 17

Religious affiliation nondenominational Christian

Seniors with National Merit recognition 38%

Grade foreign language first offered pre-1

Language(s) offered Chinese, French, Latin, Spanish

Lowest tuition for 5-day students $22,125

Annual tuition for grade 12 $25,660

Students receiving financial aid 15%

Class size expands in 6, 7, 9

Uniform no

Bus transportation no

Teacher retention rate 90%

Number of AP courses offered 25

Students scoring 3-plus on AP exams 91%

Varsity sports baseball, basketball, cheerleading, crew, cross-country, football, golf, gymnastics, lacrosse, soccer, softball, squash, swimming/diving, tennis, track, volleyball, wrestling

Division GHSA class AAA

Number of art studios 9

High school theater productions per year 4

High school musical ensembles 10

Annual applications per opening 4

Wesleyan School

Grades K–12

Total number of students 1,129

Number of high school students 477

Founded 1963

Students of color 14%

Average class size (K–5) 20

Average class size (middle school) 17

Average class size (high school) 16

Religious affiliation nondenominational Christian

Seniors with National Merit recognition 6%

Grade foreign language first offered K

Language(s) offered French, Latin, Spanish

Lowest tuition for 5-day students $15,660

Annual tuition for grade 12 $21,185

Students receiving financial aid 18%

Class size expands in K, 1, 5, 6, 7, 9

Uniform yes

Bus transportation no

Teacher retention rate 92%

Number of AP courses offered 15

Students scoring 3+ on AP exams 83%

Varsity sports baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross-country, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming/diving, tennis, track, volleyball, wrestling

Division GHSA class AA

Number of art studios 5

High school theater productions per year 3

High school musical ensembles 2

Annual applications per opening 3

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