Why Athens Academy?     Because.....

  • The results are in for excellence …Located just south of Athens, GA, Athens Academy has established itself as a leading independent, coeducational day school, serving 907 students from 19 counties.

  • The results are in for opportunity…The record of acceptances to college and scholarships earned is exceptional. Given these wonderful opportunities, Academy graduates have flourished in college and gone on to thriving careers. The Alumni Office is filled with one success story after another from the full range of graduates.

  • The results are in for experience…The low faculty turnover indicates that Athens Academy is a rewarding place to work. Faculty members teach in their specialty and have overall student loads allowing for individual attention.

  • The results are in for commitment…The consistent improvements in facilities represent the commitment to high quality. As we look forward, we are also reminded of those who came before us and the sacrifices they made in building such a fine school.

  • The results are in for learning…In referring to the Academic Profile you will find a student body with superior quality, yet a range that allows for several different levels of achievement and success. The goal is to appropriately challenge each child.


  • The results are in for individuality … We take pride in excellence, but there is so much more. For every face on campus, there is a singular story of success.

  • The results are in for adventure…The high ropes course in middle school, the Washington, DC trip with the headmaster, trips to Europe or Asia—students find a way to challenge themselves daily!

  • The results are in for character…With an Upper School Honor Code as a guiding principle, Athens Academy’s clubs, teams, and service opportunities provide many avenues to build and reveal the best in our character.

  • The results are in for community…With a student body covering 19 counties, striving for academic excellence is the common thread that brings us together.

Last updated 03/19/2010 12:50 PM