The Best Schools in Atlanta by Neighborhood
THE BEST SCHOOLS IN ATLANTA BY NEIGHBORHOOD | TOP RATED PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN BUCKHEAD, SANDY SPRINGS, & BROOKHAVEN
Did you know that most people live in their home for 5-7 years (on average)? That’s why it’s important to ensure that your new home checks all the boxes on your current needs and potential needs 5-7 years down the road. So, whether you’re an unmarried millennial without children or moving a family of 4 to a bigger space, you should consider the school districts.
But, with so many neighborhoods and even more public schools (especially once you start thinking about Elementary, Middle, and High Schools), uncovering the best schools in Atlanta can be overwhelming. Not to worry - you’ve come to the right place.
In this blog post, I’ll narrow down the list to the top rated public schools by neighborhood in Atlanta to make it even easier for your new home buying process. Continue reading for the best public schools in Buckhead, Sandy Springs, and Brookhaven - however, if there are any other neighborhoods that you’re interested in please leave a comment or get in touch!
BUCKHEAD
Where exactly is Buckhead?
We’ll be using Zillow’s GreatSchool Rating to uncover the top schools in Atlanta by neighborhood. If you have more questions or would like to see the exact school district, this is a fantastic tool to use! Unfortunately, this tool does not include private schools in their ratings but there is lots of information online about the private schools in the area as well!
BUCKHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
586 Candler Park Dr Ne, Atlanta, GA 30307
(404) 802-8850
Grades PK - 5
614 total students
15 students/ teacher
Morris Brandon Elementary School - 8
2741 Howell Mill Road Northwest, Atlanta, GA 30327
(404) 802-7250
Grades K - 5
1049 total students
15 students/ teacher
8 Peachtree Battle Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-7050
Public Grades PK-5
745 students
14 students/teacher
BUCKHEAD MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS
2875 Northside Drive Northwest, Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 802-5600
Grades 6-8
1489 students
17 students/teacher
929 Charles Allen Dr Ne, Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 802-3001
Grades 9-12
1403 students
14 students/teacher
SANDY SPRINGS
Where is Sandy Springs?
Sandy Springs is quickly becoming one of the most popular places to live in Atlanta! If you’re wondering what the best schools are in Sandy Springs, you’ve come to the right place. I’m going to provide the top-rated schools according to Zillow’s GreatSchool rankings.
SANDY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Heards Ferry Elementary School - 9
6151 Powers Ferry Road Northwest, Sandy Springs, GA 30339
(770) 933-6190
Fulton County School District
Grades PK-5
705 students
17 students/teacher
Woodland Elementary Charter School - 7
1130 Spalding Dr, Atlanta, GA 30350
(470) 254-5890
Fulton County School District
Public Grades PK-5
993 students
14 students/teacher
Spalding Drive Elementary School - 7
130 West Spalding Drive, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
(770) 551-5880
Grades PK-5
436 students
14 students/teacher
SANDY SPRINGS MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS
5340 South Trimble Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30342
(404) 843-7710
Fulton County School District
Grades 6-8
1128 students
14 students/teacher
North Springs Charter High School - 7
7447 Roswell Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA 30328
(770) 551-2490
Fulton County School District
Grades 9-12
1749 students
17 students/teacher
Riverwood International Charter High School - 6
5900 Raider Drive Sandy Springs GA 30328, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
(470) 254-1980
Fulton County School District
Grades 9-12
1752 students
18 students/teacher
BROOKHAVEN
Where is Brookhaven?
Another very popular area in Atlanta is Brookhaven! Brookhaven has some fantastic Elementary, Middle, and High Schools. Here’s a list of all of the public schools in Brookhaven with scores of 7 or higher according to Zillow’s GreatSchools Rankings.
BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Ashford Park Elementary School - 9
2968 Cravenridge Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30319
(678) 676-6702
Dekalb County School District
Grades PK-5
559 students
14 students/teacher
1663 East Nancy Creek Drive, Atlanta, GA 30341
(678) 874-6602
Dekalb County School District
Grades 4-6
481 students
16 students/teacher
Montgomery Elementary School - 7
3995 Ashford Dunwoody Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30319
(678) 676-7502
Dekalb County School District
Grades PK-5
763 students
20 students/teacher
BROOKHAVEN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLS
1663 East Nancy Creek Drive, Atlanta, GA 30341
(678) 874-6602
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Dekalb County School District
Grades 4-6
481 students
16 students/teacher
3601 Sexton Woods Drive, Chamblee, GA 30341
(678) 874-8202
Dekalb County School District
Grades 6-8
937 students
15 students/teacher
Dekalb Path Academy Charter School
3007 Hermance Dr Ne, Atlanta, GA 30319
(404) 846-3242
Dekalb County School District
Charter Grades 5-8
370 students
17 students/teacher
Chamblee Charter High School - 7
3688 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Chamblee, GA 30341
(678) 676-6902
Dekalb County School District
Grades 9-12
1600 students
16 students/teacher
Now that you’re equipped with the best schools in Atlanta - or, specifically, the best schools in Buckhead, Sandy Springs, and Brookhaven - you’re in an even better position to begin searching for your perfect home. If you’re interested in seeing the exact school district for a particular school or want to explore other neighborhoods, Zillow has an amazing resource to make it easy to view the exact school districts! Check it out here.
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