2022 Best Public Schools in Sandy Springs

Spalding Drive Elementary School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• PK, K-5
• Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: A wonderful, community based school with caring teachers, a broad spectrum of students, and above average parent involvement. We initially thought we'd be going the private school route, but after several visits we decided to give Spalding Drive a chance. Our daughter has loved it. The school has gone out of its way to provide a very individualized learning experience for her...Read 1 Review

• grade A

• 380 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Riverwood International Charter School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 9-12
• Rating 3.66 out of 5  389 reviews

Senior: Riverwood provides students with the opportunity to grow and become adults as they develop an idea of their identity and future plans. With construction almost complete on campus for new school buildings, Riverwood's facilities are completely new and make students feel more welcome. All sports teams are regionally-qualifying, giving Riverwood its top rankings among other Georgia public high schools. As an International Baccalaureate and Magnet school, Riverwood attracts students from all over the Atlanta area...Read 389 Reviews

• grade A

• 1,819 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Amana Academy Charter School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• K-8
• Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: Amana is an excellent place for students to learn. My children learned so much and often talk about how they would've never had the opportunity to learn about so many issues in the world, STEM that they can apply to their learning, foreign language, and being around a diverse group of students and teachers had they not attended Amana. This is a special school. Highly recommend...Read 4 Reviews

• grade A

• 723 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Heards Ferry Elementary School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• PK, K-5

• grade A

• 801 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Woodland Elementary School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• PK, K-5
• Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• 1,004 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

North Springs High School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 9-12
• Rating 3.55 out of 5  535 reviews

Senior: My high school experience was pretty positive. When I needed help their was always a teacher or administrator that I felt could help solve my problem. My teachers answered all my questions and took time out of their busy schedules to give me the extra help I needed to grow into a phenomenal student. I never felt rushed or pressured to learn the material at a certain rate or on a timed schedule, it was more about me learning the information. On the social side of things I did not go to the local middle school, so I didn't know anyone when I first arrived my freshman year. I soon found out that this did not matter because I was welcomed with open arms. It turned out to be the beginning of life long friendships and memories that I will forever cherish from going to football games and attending our schools annual end of the year play, I can say I truly enjoyed my time at North Springs!...Read 535 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 1,518 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

High Point Elementary School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• PK, K-5
• Rating 5 out of 5  6 reviews

Parent: This is our fifth year at High Point and we have loved it so much! We appreciate the diversity, the amazing staff as well as the dedicated administration and are very happy to be a part of this wonderful neighborhood school! With so many private school options in our area, we feel that sending our son to High Point is the best decision we could have made...Read 6 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 664 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KIPP South Fulton Academy School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 5-8
• Rating 4.25 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: I believe that the school creates a sense of community and instills values of integrity, friendship, and family.Read 4 Reviews

• grade B+

• 369 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sandy Springs Middle School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 6-8
• Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Works Here: I love the diversity at Sandy Springs Middle school. It shows within the student body, athletic team, and the staff. Once employed, I was welcomed with open arms, my mistakes were easily corrected by constructive criticisms, and over all the climate and cultural has been set and followed on a daily basis...Read 1 Review

• grade B+

• 908 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dunwoody Springs Elementary School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• PK, K-5
• Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: This school is very involved with the parents and students. They partake in the community and do great activities for the kids. I was a little bit of a Pain in the butt parent with some pain in the butt kids but Ms. Goggins (Principal) and Ms. Haltrecht (Asst. Principal) and the counselors, just all the administrative staff was ALWAYS fully supportive of me even when I was UGLY. They have NEVER disrespected me and my views. Ms. Goggins is a realist who completely understands where I was coming from and how she could help me. She always was there and that one on one care is hard to find especially from a Principal. Thanks Ms Goggins and all the teachers we had! Sincerely, The Lansdown Family!...Read 1 Review

• grade B+

• 534 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

East Cobb Middle School

• Cobb County Schools, GA
• 6-8
• Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Alum: I liked the student involvement at the school. Much diversity and creativity. Almost every student was actively involved in school activities, both inside the building and extracurricular activities outside the building...Read 2 Reviews

• grade B+

• 1,458 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ridgeview Charter School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 6-8
• Rating 3 out of 5  5 reviews

Senior: The teachers at Ridgeview really cared about the students. They gave it their all when they taught their class. Unfortunately, most of the students in the “on level”classes did not care about school. Most of the class time was spent dealing with disruptive students. The music departments were incredible, as well as the sports programs...Read 5 Reviews

• grade B+

• 1,078 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Main Street Lower Academy

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• K-8
• Rating 2.75 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: Our sons have attended TMSA for years and have had a stellar experience. What sets TMSA apart, for me, is the culture (based on 8 Core Values), academic rigor and strong teachers, extracurricular offerings, and probably most of all - the parental involvement. That part makes it feel like a family, which is a great learning environment for kids...Read 4 Reviews

• grade B

• 882 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Westside Atlanta Charter School

• Atlanta Public Schools, GA
• K-8

• grade B

• 336 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ison Springs Elementary School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• 654 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hapeville Charter Middle School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 6-8
• Rating 3.3 out of 5  20 reviews

Parent: I prefer this school because it has a private school setting .It's very organize school and seem to have overall good children. I like to see children being children! You don't see too many that look like they're in gangs or disrespectful their clothes are neat and not hanging off their behinds. At this particular School everyone is organized and seem to be doing well. Teachers and staff are very helpful and nice...Read 20 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 492 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lake Forest Elementary School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• 754 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Independence High School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 9-12
• Rating 3.76 out of 5  25 reviews

Alum: It was my best move for me. I transfered from Roswell High School and I have never looked back. I graduated early. This school is not for everyone, but it's what I needed. I was motivated and driven when I left. This school and the faculty got me back on track. This is where I grew up. Thank you...Read 25 Reviews

• grade C+

• 234 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hapeville Charter Career Academy

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 9-12
• Rating 3.54 out of 5  68 reviews

Alum: I started from middle school thru high school; enjoyed my class mates, teachers, and Administrators. They taught well and gave great input about my education. It would have been great if our school had it’s own sports facilities, but they made it happen with rented facilities. I really enjoyed my Jr and HS basketball experience; was coached by several caring and knowledgeable coaches. Hornets for life!...Read 68 Reviews

• grade C minus

• 597 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

McClarin Alternative School

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 9-12
• Rating 3.61 out of 5  28 reviews

Alum: McClarin High was a breath of fresh air from all the other public schools i went to. If it wasn't for this school I wouldn't have graduated on time. Frank McClarin is a alternative school that'll help get your high school credits back on the right track. In order to gain entry to the school you would have to do an essay on why you want to enroll . Afterwards everything is a breeze to gain your high school education. The most efficient option is the keystone packets, which is literally doing a packet of an entire subject! The teachers are all nice and it's pretty obvious they really want you to graduate and succeed.The school was a majority about education but I hear now they have their own sport teams and extracurricular activities. In conclusion McClarin is great and would recommend it to any and every student, especially if your wanting to graduate a little early. I'm a proud alumni of Frank McClarin and would encourage you to do the same!...Read 28 Reviews

• grade D+

• 150 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Georgia Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries

• Fulton County Schools, GA
• 3-11
• Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Niche User: What I love most about this facility is the staff/volunteers. Everyone is so friendly and inviting. I will always remember my first experience!Read 1 Review

• grade unavailable

• 22 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cobb County Head Start & Pre - K

• Preschool
• MARIETTA, GA

• grade unavailable

• 11 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Dean Rusk YMCA Head Start Academy

• Preschool
• ATLANTA, GA

• grade unavailable

• 11 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Druid Hills Child Development Center

• Preschool
• ATLANTA, GA

• grade unavailable

• 11 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Easterseals Child Development Center at Brookvalley

• Preschool
• ATLANTA, GA

• grade unavailable

• 11 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio