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.
Academe of the Oaks
Private High School
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Grade 9-12
146 New St,
Decatur, GA
97
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
Eva Handschin
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
27
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$22,575
Niche Grade
A
B+
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B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
13
Full Time Teachers
7
Part Time Teachers
6
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
580
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
24
English
29
Reading
29
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%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.1%
Hispanic
5.1%
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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
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Georgia State University
32 Students
University of Georgia
26 Students
Emory University
19 Students
Kennesaw State University
17 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology
9 Students
Oglethorpe University
9 Students
Agnes Scott College
9 Students
Georgia College & State University
8 Students
Auburn University
7 Students
Mercer University
7 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
Engineering
4 Students
Film and Video Studies
4 Students
International Business
4 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
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.
9/23/2022
Academe is a great place to go because of the community. I really like the teachers and how they are always willing to help you. I also like how we go on class trips. Im a senior and my class went to Puerto Rico in junior year and we just came back form Maine in senior year. I loved learning about the tide pools and all of the creatures that live in the tidepools. I like that the principal is also always there to talk with.
10/12/2021
Our student has been at Academe 2+ years. I don't think you will find more invested and committed teachers anywhere. If you are looking for a small school that is supportive of a diversity of student types with an emphasis on academic rigor, this is the place for you!
GreatSchools Reviews
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...
10/29/2024
My son just started at Academe for his Freshman year, but within just a few months, he has really turned around his whole attitude about school. He had a hard time in public school - overwhelmed, bullied, hated rote memorization and standardized testing. At Academe, he has started to understand the...
10/18/2023
Academe of the Oaks has been wonderfully nurturing and an exceptional learning environment for our son. The School Director and educators are dedicated to the enrichment of the students; and they go out of their way to support each individual. We feel privileged to be part of the Academe community.
10/15/2023
Our son is a senior this year and attended Academe since 9th grade. This was our first choice. The school has all the advantages of a small environment while offering a well-rounded college preparatory education and extracurricular experiences. As our son started navigating the college admissions pr...
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Map
About Winnona Park Historic District
List Price Range
$282K - $1.6M
Homes For Sale
19
Average Home Value
$805,912
Median Lot Size
10,454 Sq Ft
% Renters
43%
Household Income
$145,633
% of College Grads
77.5%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
2,098 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
71.9%
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- 2 Baths
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- Atlanta, GA
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