Athens Academy

The Athens Academy, located in Athens, Georgia, was founded in 1967 and boasts a sprawling 152-acre campus. Its mission is to foster excellence in every student's educational and personal experience.

School Advantages

1. Academic Excellence: Recognized by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Niche as one of the top 10 high schools in Georgia, and ranked #1 outside the Atlanta metropolitan area.

2. Emphasis on Service and Leadership: These are crucial pillars of an Athens Academy education. The school's goal is to instill a lifelong habit of service in every student and provide numerous opportunities for student leadership, such as the Community Service Council, Honor Council, and Student Government.

3. Outstanding Athletics: The school has achieved 50 state championships, 49 state runner-up titles, 228 region/area championships, and 119 region/area runner-up titles.

4. Strong Arts Programs:
- Drama: Students can join the Drama Club and audition for fall one-act plays or spring productions. Mock trial competitions and literary meet-ups offer additional performance opportunities.
- Music: Students can audition for the Georgia Music Educators Association All-State Band, All-State Orchestra, and All-State Chorus competitions. Individual students have the opportunity to participate in or audition for various honor groups sponsored by organizations like the Georgia Independent School Association, Athens Youth Symphony, and the University of Georgia.
- Visual Arts: In addition to regular courses, the school frequently organizes workshops, lectures by regional artists, and visits to art museums.

5. Excellent College Placements: The 83 graduates of the Class of 2021 were admitted to institutions such as Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Notre Dame, University of Virginia, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and New York University.