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2020 Best Schools Offering AP Courses in the Atlanta AreaAbout this List

Explore the best schools in your area with advanced placement courses based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Take an AP test to get college credit and find schools to help you ace AP exams. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. The Westminster Schools

    • Private School
    • Atlanta, GA
    • K-12
    • 163 reviews
    #1 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Junior: I have attended Westminster for 12 years now, and it has definitely been an experience. Elementary school was an amazing time, as the students and teachers were very welcoming and fun. However, the competitive and challenging environment that Westminster is known for definitely comes out in high school. This place is not for the weak willed or difficulty motivated. Being surrounded by so many smart, talented, athletic people is sometimes a beneficial environment for some to better themselves, but for others like myself, it takes a serious toll on one’s mental health. Although most students and teachers are very kind and friendly, Westminster is kind of in our own little bubble, and is not an accurate sample of the world outside of school. I owe a lot of who I am to Westminster, and although I often feel like it is not a healthy environment for me, it has provided me with a myriad of opportunities.
    Read 163 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,870 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science & Technology

    • Gwinnett County Public Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 417 reviews
    #1 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Alum: I like the studying atmosphere and the rigor. This is a very ambitious school. The one thing I wish they would improve is their mental health awareness. I also wish that more teachers/counselors could promote identity outside of academic success such as success as an artist, a chef, and/or just a housewife even!
    Read 417 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 979 Students
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. The Paideia School

    • Private School
    • Atlanta, GA
    • PK, K-12
    • 52 reviews
    #3 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Senior: The sense of community is unparalleled and classes and teachers are interesting and engaging. Smaller class sizes allow for teachers to work more with students individually. Diversity, equality, and inclusion are emphasized here, however most of the students’ and teachers’ political views are entirely the same; there is very little political diversity.
    Read 52 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,010 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Woodward Academy

    • Private School
    • College Park, GA
    • PK, K-12
    • 227 reviews
    #5 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Junior: Woodward is a terrific school! I have been here since my 8th grade year and I have loved every minute of it. I love Woodward for many reasons. First, campus is beautiful and it is very nice to observe it when walking from class to class. Secondly, Woodward opens so many doors. We are taught at a higher pace which makes it easier to get not only get into college, but it makes the transition easier. Thirdly, I love the diversity of woodward. Being a student at Woodward, I have friends who are different than me, which is good. However, I have friends who are extremely different from me which I appreciate. Having friends who are very different from me allows me to understand people more and be accepting. That is a fundamental life school. While Woodward is amazing in almost every aspect, I do wish Woodward had more African-American teachers. I am a Junior in the upper-school and I have only had 2 African-American teachers.
    Read 227 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,455 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. The Lovett School

    • Private School
    • Atlanta, GA
    • K-12
    • 110 reviews
    #6 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Parent: We have two children in the Lovett lower school and have had an outstanding experience. As a couple educated at top Northeastern colleges we have high academic expectations, which Lovett has exceeded. Innovative curricula like Singapore Math and the reading/writing workshops engage and challenge the students. Well funded fine arts and design thinking programs enrich the academic program. Outstanding teachers flawlessly manage classrooms with differentiated learning. Staring in K, the Guidance class fosters good decision making and servant leadership - as our kids say ”being kind matters at Lovett!” Lovett has made enormous strides in diversity - our children’s friends are a diverse group with parents who hail from across the U.S. and the world representing today’s Atlanta. “Zip Code”‘diversity is also very present and increasing with Lovett’s new bus program from Midtown and other areas. Visit Lovett - it won’t disappoint.
    Read 110 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,611 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Northview High School

    • Fulton County Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 585 reviews
    #2 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Junior: When I came to Northview I couldn't speak english very well but they have a special class for ESOL student and there are some benefits for them for example In the history classes we have a teacher that help us to understand the chapter better and explains everything that we don't understand, in general all the teachers are nice and they explains everything to us slowly so that we can understand also the counselor helps me a lot, she told me about the graduation requirement and how I can get to the good colleges.
    Also Northview has a lot of clubs I personally join to the chess club and they registered us for the tournaments.
    Northview Gave us each chromebook which make our job a lot easier we don't have to carry a lot of book with ourselves and all the books are available online.
    At the end I love going to school when my is school is Northview!
    Read 585 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,822 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Fulton Science Academy

    • Private School
    • Alpharetta, GA
    • PK, K-12
    • 39 reviews
    #7 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Parent: Excellent Private school for academically gifted students. The school curriculum is challenging and pushes smart kids to do their best!
    The school only in it's second year of introducing sports already has a variety of sports to offer for spring and fall semesters including Volleyball, soccer, basketball, track and fencing! It played at the GISA state championships only in its' secodn year for Volleyball.

    Pretty impressive to have well rounded kids in this school!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 662 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Holy Innocents' Episcopal School

    • Private School
    • Atlanta, GA
    • PK, K-12
    • 180 reviews
    #8 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Parent: HIES is a refreshing experience in Atlanta. Its community is open and welcoming. Academics are strong challenging the students and encouraging them to try new things and go as far as they think they can go. 100% of students graduate matriculate to a variety of colleges and universities all over the US and the world. Students are not afraid to step outside of their box. How many schools are so committed to service that kindergarten students leave campus to serve in age appropriate ways? I love that my kids have these opportunities. Athletes shine here winning state championships AND winning most positive high school! And the kids have opportunities to shine on stage, behindhand infront of the camera, backstage on numerous stage productions and in our awesome broadcast studio. There is something for everyone here...come find out for yourself!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,358 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Walton High School

    • Cobb County Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 484 reviews
    #3 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Sophomore: I am currently a sophomore here. Although the academics are extremely challenging, especially for taking all honors classes, I know I’m actually learning something in life. New school is cool, academics and athletics are great, and it is nice to know we go to one of the hardest schools/best schools in the state and even top in the country! (UsaWorldreport 2018 ranked us 160 out of 17000 high schools in the country)
    Read 484 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,693 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Alpharetta High School

    • Fulton County Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 448 reviews
    #4 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Senior: Alpharetta High School is a place with lots of diversity and strengths in all areas of sports, education, music and more! The teachers work hard to provide comfort and rigor and the administration is always looking ours for helping students with becoming their best and growing the most.
    Read 448 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,152 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. The Galloway School

    • Private School
    • Atlanta, GA
    • PK, K-12
    • 113 reviews
    #9 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Alum: Went to Galloway my entire life(2-19yo) and it made me into who I am today. The thing people don't like about this school is that no one is going to force you to succeed or make you want to do well. The teacher and your peers will give you the tools and support you need in order to find your own path and flourish -- if you don't, that is on you and no one else. Some people can't handle that kind of freedom and environment and dislike the school because of it. If you can learn to be self-motivated and use all of the tools that are given to you at this school you can literally achieve anything your heart desires.
    Read 113 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 750 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Marist School

    • Private School
    • Atlanta, GA
    • 7-12
    • 125 reviews
    #10 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Junior: I love most things about the school. Having gone there for three years, the atmosphere is very welcoming and I've felt a part of the community the entire time there. Every person I have talked to has said that Marist School is harder than college, so I look forward to the advantage I will have. Facilities are fantastic and teachers are just as great, with a few minor exceptions. Only thing that I would change would be the disciplinary system. Many rules are not enforced, and while it's nice sometimes, when it is enforced, it comes as a surprise, which it should not be.
    Read 125 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,100 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Lambert High School

    • Forsyth County Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 541 reviews
    #5 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Senior: Lambert is a great high school if you stay with the right crowd. Being involved in clubs and the different pathways such as business, engineering, healthcare(I’m with that one), etc is great. The opportunities that are provided are great, I’ll be interning at s hospital next year. So as long as you stay with the right people it’s a great school!
    Read 541 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,934 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Chattahoochee High School

    • Fulton County Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 530 reviews
    #6 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Senior: I like Chattahoochee High School's cultural environment! Our school is know for being the "School of Heart" in our area. Though we do have lots of competition, specifically in academics, we have the most school spirit out of all the schools in our area and are taught compassion and kindness. Everyone in our school is expected to respect one another and show friendship and stellar character. One thing I would like to see change in our school, however, is the resources we are given to excel in academics.
    Read 530 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,960 Students
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. The Walker School

    • Private School
    • Marietta, GA
    • PK, K-12
    • 73 reviews
    #12 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Parent: We have been a Walker family for four years. We have had our typical middle school mishaps and stumbles, but we are so thankful for a small environment to use the mishaps as teachable moments to allow for growth and character development.

    While we loved our neighborhood public schools, but both my children as they were closer to approaching middle school felt they weren’t being “heard” and were losing their love of learning. A neighbor had been telling us for years to check Walker out. When my daughter did her shadow day she was sold! The lunch offerings didn’t hurt either!

    Walker not only offers a top tier academic environment for children to thrive across all divisions, but they are the embodiment of a true family atmosphere. The administrators and staff work closely to ensure that each child’s unique offerings have a place at Walker.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 869 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. South Forsyth High School

    • Forsyth County Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 551 reviews
    #7 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Senior: South Forsyth High School is amazing with their students and education. Teachers and staff care so much about the students and there are many teachers that any students can ask help for and they will always be there for you. South is very diverse and everyone is treated equally with care and we all support each other in any help. One thing I absolutely love about South is the many opportunities and experience students get to have! We have amazing field trips if you're in DECA, for example going of out state and also for foreign language there are a lot of amazing field trips like going to Paris or Spain!The one thing I would change about South is the school spirit. I believe that school spirit should be expressed in every event and not only football. There should be school spirit in pep rallys, soccer games, basketball games, baseball/softball games, plays, etc. Overall I'm lucking enough to attend South Forsyth High School and get the best high school experience.
    Read 551 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 3,206 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. North Gwinnett High School

    • Gwinnett County Public Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 820 reviews
    #8 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Junior: North Gwinnett High School is a place where I feel safe and free to be myself. I strongly believe that I am getting the best education that I can possibly get here at North simply because the teachers here are committed to helping their student to not just simply pass/graduate high school, but to make a difference in their students’ lives for the better! One thing that I love about this school is the amount of diversity here. There are people of all sorts of racial mixes, unique ethnicities, and the best part is that they all come from different backgrounds that somehow bring people closer together, too. However, I gave NGHS four stars only because not everywhere is a perfect place and that things may happen out of the convenience of other people at the school. The large amount of school spirit here at NGHS is phenomenal in which everyone participates and supports each other, which is what being a true NGHS bulldog means!
    Read 820 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,931 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Atlanta Girls' School

    • Private School
    • Atlanta, GA
    • 6-12
    • 97 reviews
    #13 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Middle School Student: I love AGS. Since my first day at AGS, I felt like I was part of a welcoming and inviting community. My teachers are really nice and always there to support and help me. The students at AGS are nice and it's a tight-knit community. I love the all-girls environment because I can be me without the drama of boys!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 230 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Johns Creek High School

    • Fulton County Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 398 reviews
    #9 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Senior: Overall my hs expirence was very good here! I went to JCHS for all 4 years of HS, and the environment was very conducive to learning and accelerating your studies. I was able to take very challenging classes that most schools don’t offer. Most of the teachers were great and very helpful if you put in effort towards the classes. The school sets up students to succeed in classes. However, the school could improve in its personalization to the students. Since the school is very large, one on one advice and attention from teachers, administrators, and councilors is very limited.
    Read 398 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,090 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Cambridge High School

    • Fulton County Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 138 reviews
    #10 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Niche User: The teachers at the school are mostly good and very professional. They connect with the students very well and a lot offer help to the students. The school is overall clean, organized, and looks nice. The school is relatively new and very progressive. The administration of the school try to improve the way kids learn and support them in getting through high school. There are a lot of different clubs. The school offers AP classes, honors classes, student may sign up to be a mentor in a class to help out teachers and students. School also tries their best to focus on athletics and encourage physical exercise and health. However, the food at the cafeteria is mostly not a very good quality. However, I think it is an issue in a lot of schools. The school also offers a lot of different unique classes, such as British literature, Latin on all levels even a movie class for those interested in directing or filming! Overall, the school has a lot of good qualities, but could improve.
    Read 138 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,987 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Milton High School

    • Fulton County Schools, GA
    • 9-12
    • 439 reviews
    #11 Best Public High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Senior: Milton is a great school filled with academically excelling students and teachers/administrators who actually care for your well-being. The sports and arts are terrific! The Cirque program is ranked at the top in the nation and many of our sports are state champions or ranked at the top of the state. There are numerous club at school so you will definitely be able to find what you enjoy. If not, it is easy to start your own club too. However, the school culture absolutely sucks with a plethora of stuck-up materialistic children feeding off their parents' wealth. Along with this, around 50% of these students do drugs or vape blatantly in front of teachers in lower level classes.
    Read 439 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,298 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. The Weber School

    • Private School
    • Atlanta, GA
    • 9-12
    • 14 reviews
    #14 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    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.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 256 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Greater Atlanta Christian School

    • Private School
    • Norcross, GA
    • PK, K-12
    • 275 reviews
    #15 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Parent: Greater Atlanta Christian School (GAC) is the best school we've experienced in 3 different states. The academics, athletics and all the various art opportunities are incredible. They recently opened a Young Learners for 6 weeks- 3 years old! All the things rated below can't capture the overall experience since you need to visit and see and sense the campus an its atmosphere.
    Read 275 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,669 Students
    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Pinecrest Academy

    • Private School
    • Cumming, GA
    • PK, K-12
    • 78 reviews
    #16 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Parent: Our daughter loves Pinecrest! As parents, we are impressed with the top notch education she is receiving at this college preparatory school, with all seniors receiving scholarships. The sport’s program not only allows her but also encourages her to participate in sports each season. Her faith has grown so much. The formation as a complete confident person has been transformable. We love how Pinecrest cares about all facets of her. We highly recommend this school to anyone who cares about the development and well being of the entire student.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 807 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Mount Paran Christian School

    • Private School
    • Kennesaw, GA
    • PK, K-12
    • 195 reviews
    #17 Best Private High Schools in Atlanta Area

    Parent: My family has been part of the MPCS community for going on sixteen years, and there is NO PLACE LIKE MPCS! Everything is done with excellence and love and Christ-centeredness. The academics, athletics, arts, facilities, chapels, technological advancements, faculty, administrators, and even the food are the BEST! Graduates are well-rounded and feel incredibly prepared for college and can defend their faith in God. The study-abroad opportunities and mission trips offer amazing chances to discover the world and learn about other cultures. The student body and staff are becoming more and more diverse each year - a testament to the family atmosphere. I am proud to be involved with this school - especially as they launch into building an innovation center for high school that is likely to achieve national recognition. The tuition isn't cheap, but it's a worthy investment into the intentional development of the children - spirit, body, and mind.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,100 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Commonwealth School

    • Private School
    • Boston, MA
    • 9-12
    • 22 reviews

    Parent: Commonwealth's faculty deliver a level of academic rigor that I've been unable to find at other schools. Just as amazing to me is the amount of nurturing and support the school is able to provide to students in attaining their full potential. Thanks to Commonwealth's small size, students are able to meet one on one with their advisors on a weekly basis. A good number of the faculty have university teaching experience, yet it's abundantly clear from the individual attention they give students both in and out of the classroom that they're at Commonwealth because they love teaching and working with teenagers. Another key ingredient in the quality of this school are the students it attracts: bright, curious, unpretentious, and not cliquish. My daughter, who tends toward quiet and reserved, has been at the school as a ninth grader for under a month, but has already made close friends. We're extremely fortunate to have found this school; I can't recommend it enough!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 132 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    The Meadowbrook School of Weston

    • Private School
    • Weston, MA
    • PK, K-8
    • 4 reviews

    Works Here: I've worked at Meadowbrook for four years, and was a student there as a child. Meadowbrook has the magical ability to maintain a loving, challenging culture over many years. It was a great place to go to school, and it's a great place to work! It is such a joy to see children grow and learn in such an incredible environment every day.
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    • 318 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Riverview School

    • Private School
    • East Sandwich, MA
    • 6-12
    • 180 Students
    • 1:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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