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Niche User: Our consistent national rankings say it all, and are true. This is a great school academically, teachers are great in their subjects and are usually well-known individuals, hard curriculum, but has variety. Be prepared to work. Also be prepared for that work to pay off once you graduate -- college is extremely easy once you have graduated from Westminster!Read 133 Reviews
Junior: GSMST is a very diverse and open-minded. The students and teachers here are very accepting of all races, religions, sexualities, and genders. Prejudice is not tolerated at all. GSMST is also a very rigorous school. Graduation requirements include: successfully completing a science fair project, a junior fellowship experience (semester-long internship), and a senior capstone experience (year-long internship), as well as having four elective units including two foreign language, five science units including chemistry, physics, and AP biology, four math units including AP calculus, four social studies units including AP macro- and micro- economics, and four language arts units including AP lang or lit. This is a hard school, but the perfect one for hardworking students, and it really prepares students for college.Read 346 Reviews
Middle School Student: Woodward Academy is a great and unique school! If I could do it all over again, I would have attended here since pre-k. The teachers provide interesting activities to help us learn and they truly care about their students. The campus is spread out like a small college, and that makes it very unique. There are so many clubs to participate in that you will definitely make friends. I think Woodward is preparing me for college very well, and I'm only in middle school! The school is located in College park, which I know some people may be concerned about because of the area's reputation, but it's very safe. There is campus patrol constantly circling around the school, so no one who doesn't attend or have a kid who attends Woodward would dare to even step a foot on campus. Overall, Woodward Academy is a great school and I definitely recommend it!Read 174 Reviews
Junior: Pace is by far the best school in the Atlanta area. It has amazing teachers who are able to have one on one student interactions based on Pace's smaller size. That is something other schools can't give. Pace also have great sports where students are encouraged to try new things but also win state championchips. Student life is positive and encouraging and compared to fellow buckhead schools much more respectful. Diversity wise Pace has a wide range of students and teachers and has clubs, committees, and leaders dedicated to diversity. Pace offers the ability to start and grow through clubs like math club, women mentoring women, Disney club, photography club, knights of the round table, and more. Pace is a challenging academic school but Pacs provides many different oppertunities to get student tutors, talk to teachers, and get work done. Pace has beautiful buildings but the people are the best part here at Pace.Read 26 Reviews
Junior: I came to Paideia in the fourth grade, and it has been a great experience ever since. The academics are very tough and I spend around 4 hours every night doing homework, and even more time on the weekends. I know this hard work is worth it because I know many graduates who have gone to amazing colleges, and I hope that I will too! I love the sense of community within the school and the yearly traditions are great. I really admire the headmaster for all the work that he has done to make the school what it is today. Read 38 Reviews
Sophomore: Lovett is a great school with such a big range of activities and opportunities. You can be on the cheerleading team and be the lead in the musical, or you could be the first string quarterback and graduate at the top of your class. The fine arts and athletics departments are absolutely amazing and very well run. Academics are also very important, considering the teachers make the students their first priority. The teachers are very involved in the community as well; you can find them sitting next to the student section at a football game or watching the fall play. The welcoming community at The Lovett School provides the perfect learning and growing environment for every student and their individual needs.Read 85 Reviews
Alum: Atlanta International School, home to 50 percent American students and 50 percent international students, offers all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programs and prides itself in its rigorous academic setting complemented by its world class language program. By emphasizing the importance of languages in an academic setting, the atmosphere at AIS is indescribable. A simple walk through the school hallways and one encounters languages and cultures from all around the world. Be it an 8 year-old student singing in unison to memorize vocabulary in a foreign language or seniors performing advanced organic chemistry titrations, AIS offers a wide variety of academic pursuits to its diverse student body.Read 50 Reviews
Junior: Northview is an academic challenging school with intense competition. With all of the AP classes students take, most of us are already prepared for college. Not only the classes courses, but also the teachers themselves challenges us to think for ourselves, be leaders, and be different and unique with our ideas. The only criticism is the lack of strength and school spirit in sports. I am on the Northview Swim Team for 3 consecutive years. Our team wasn't announced or even recognized by the school when we have been to state every year, yet teams that weren't even officially established were recognized. Yes, the principle did apologize but didn't contribute the effort to make up for the lack of recognition of the team. Because of this, Northview's narrow-minded focus on academics is damaging to the student-athletes' who work harder just to maintain their success in sports and academics.Read 487 Reviews
Parent: Wesleyan has provided my child with an excellent education while allowing her to grow socially and spiritually. Because of the community feeling of the school she felt connected, safe and loved. The entire faculty was approachable and would bend over backwards to provide a listening ear or help with school work. The campus is absolutely beautiful and has an excellent record in state championship wins in many of the varsity team sports ( including football, volleyball, softball, baseball, track and cross country, tennis). The school emphasizes spiritual growth and has weekly chapel. Anyone would be lucky to attend Wesleyan School!Read 72 Reviews
Senior: I will graduate in May, and I have absolutely loved the years I have spent at Marist. The academics have been hard, but it is absolutely a collaborative rather than a competitive environment. The teachers are so so willing to help whenever you need something - academic or otherwise. Above all, I love the culture at Marist. It is such a loving community amongst the students, and Christ is very much at the center of things.Read 103 Reviews
Alum: The Galloway School was a second home for me. I practically grew up there. I attended the school from 4th grade all the way through graduation, and it certainly prepared me for the real world, in its own way. Galloway was a very different school when I departed from it than from when I first enrolled. By the time graduation rolled around, I was certainly ready to leave, but I did not realized everything the school had done for me until I left. No, I do not wish to go back, but I do appreciate everything I learned there. Upon graduation, I moved from a secular, liberal society to a small town with a deep-rooted Christian culture. Everything I learned at Galloway helped me in my classes on Christianity in culture, and I was able to provide new and different perspectives for my classmates who came from school very different from Galloway.Read 102 Reviews
Alum: Holy Innocents' is an excellent school! Students looking for an Episcopalian education should come to this high school. This school builds a supportive community made up of faculty, staff, and advisors for each student. I am proud to be an alum of this school and I hope that it continues to prosper and thrive through each generation that it produces.Read 163 Reviews
Senior: Walton is one of the most challenging and rewarding high schools in Georgia. The teachers are excellent and the students are friendly. I had an amazing 4 years here. Keeping grades up can be stressful, but all your efforts pay off when you apply to a college and get accepted. Many people think that the work is too hard or that teachers pile things on the students that are impossible to do. In my opinion, it's easy to succeed as long as you finish work on time and listen in class. Attending Walton has left me very prepared for college. All the staff at the school want you to succeed and do everything they can to make sure you do.Read 391 Reviews
Junior: I moved to Forsyth County during my Sophomore year. Moving to a new school during your high school years is hard enough, but finding out you will need open heart surgery during the first year, will test everything about you. The support I received from South Forsyth HS was truly amazing. From the Counselor to the Principal, nursing staff and teachers, the support touched my family deep! I had teachers even come to the hospital! I could not ask for anything more from a school!Read 420 Reviews
Freshman: I have been a student since, the 6th grade. I have continued to see the school improve each year. It is a small school with an amazing community. The teachers and students incourage each other to grow. I have seen in myself and others a positive change. The enviroment and community incourages gaining self confidence. Also, peers push each other to work harder and become stronger learners. We focuse on finding our personal learning styles and creating bonds between students and staff. Overal, I love this schoo! And, incourage everyone to tour and learn more about the school. Read 79 Reviews
Parent: I have 3 children at Walker, and Walker is the perfect fit for them. The school has small class sizes and expert teachers, and the teachers have plenty of time for extra academic support before, during and after school. Middle school math classes are single gender. Walker offers a wide range of sports teams, academic clubs, and a strong emphasis on the arts. The Upper School band, chorus and orchestra are performing at Disney this year, last year the band performed in NYC at Carnegie Hall.Read 57 Reviews
Senior: I have been going to North Gwinnett High school for all four years and would never want to change to any other school. They have high education and I can get help whenever I need it. I have played three sports for the high school and enjoyed them all! In all North Gwinnett is a great school for education, make friends, and sports!Read 666 Reviews
Senior: Lambert High School is what I believe to be the best high school. All the teachers are helpful, commited, and interested in the individual students learning. The school is always spotless no matter what extracurricular is in the making. The councelors are always ready to listen to any problems that astudent may have. Recently, there was a death of a student in my grade. and throughout the week the councelors and staff members were supportive and kind to those who have been grieving the loss. Lambert High School is a safe place. I have never felt uncomfortable or in danger throughout my high school years. I always know that there is protecting 24/7! Five stars for Lambert! If I could rate them 10 stars, I would.Read 437 Reviews
Senior: Johns Creek High School is a great environment for learning. Most of the faculty and staff really care about the success of the students. It is a competitive academic environment that prepares students for college. My classmates are kind and respectful. The student body is accepting and active. There is a variety of clubs and teams. Students can even create their own clubs. Unfortunately, the school and staff seem to care more about sports than other activities such as dance or debate. Sports get priority on scheduling and facilities. During my time at Johns Creek, I have developed great relationships with several teachers. I have taken advantage of some amazing opportunities. I have had issues with the attendance office worker. There are volunteers working in attendance, but if there as a mistake in your attendance you have to work directly with her. She is impatient and rude. She does not belong in a school that prides itself on service and excellence.Read 322 Reviews
Senior: The Weber school is truly incredible. I really enjoyed my time at the weber school and learned a lot of life lessons and grew into a very mature, optimistic, and appreciative person. The only setbacks it has is that it is very small and has lost a lot of the Jewish connection. The teachers are extremely accommodating and there for you on both a personal and academic level. I got into my dream college and the honors program there and would not have at ANY other school so I am beyond grateful for the Weber school and how it has allowed me to reach my fullest potential.Read 9 Reviews
High School Senior: My overall experience at Peachtree Ridge has been spontaneously amazing. What makes the Ridge so unique is that as we chant, "There are good ships and wood ships, ships that sail the sea, but the best ship's are friendships, may they always be", we become a unified student body. As an intensely school spirited school, we love competition and are not afraid to tackle challenges. This is what I love about my school. No matter what the obstacle may be, whether it be facing a rival football team or even studying for an upcoming AP exam, we are always there for each other no matter what. There would be no other high school that I would choose to attend if I could do it all over! Peachtree Ridge is a school like no other- the high school everyone should personally experience themselves!Read 696 Reviews
Parent: Whitefield has been great for my children. The lower school has superb academics and learning isn't limited to rote memorization. Learning is hands on, creative, and memorable. The teachers are supportive and form a relationship not only with my children, but with my husband and me as well. There are many opportunities for parents to volunteer and connect with one another. We were delighted with how easy it was to make the school feel like our own. Another huge benefit - we NEVER have to go through the admissions process again until our children go to college. We are very happy with our school choice!Read 108 Reviews
High School Junior: I loved this school. Every year, I have been surrounded by people who have helped me grow as an individual and I have made some great friends. There is something for everyone here, and it won't be long until you find the right group of people to hang around. There are many courses and extracurriculars available- the resources for your perfect college application are all here. Great academics, great music and arts program, and fantastic soccer. Bring your lunch, and you'll be set!Read 445 Reviews
High School Junior: Something changes every year, it is hard to say what will become of the year after I graduate. But all of these make-students-happy activities seem trivial comparing to the much bigger world. The biggest downfall for this school is that students often make these material activities the most important subject. There is very little real conversations between friends. It is also hard to make true long lasting friends.Read 56 Reviews
Senior: I started school here in 6th grade and will be graduating from high school. I love this school! I wish my family would have moved to Georgia sooner so I could have attended earlier. Everyone was so nice to meet. They treated me like family (especially the band). The academics were hard, but I feel I am ready for college. There are a lot of fun activities/sports and clubs to join. The teachers are great!Read 246 Reviews