Edmund Burke Academy (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

Home > Georgia > Burke County > Waynesboro

Edmund Burke Academy

403 GA Highway 56 S.
Waynesboro, GA 30830

Tel: (706) 554-4479

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

Edmund Burke Academy's educational goal is to provide the best possible education in a Christian environment conducive to learning.

Honesty, integrity, courtesy and respect for the rights of others are a way of life.

Each day begins with devotionals, Bible reading, prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.

EBA strives to build character, promote culture and increase knowledge.

Edmund Burke offers a full college preparatory academic program, a full literary program, and a solid athletic program.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked GA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 362 students
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Edmund Burke Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association
Georgia Accrediting Commission
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Year Founded

1960

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

362 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 28%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

37 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

School Notes

School Motto: 鈥楾ruth and Honor鈥�

Source: Verified school update

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Edmund Burke Academy often compared to?

Edmund Burke Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Faith Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Edmund Burke Academy?

The acceptance rate of Edmund Burke Academy is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.

What is Edmund Burke Academy's ranking?

Edmund Burke Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Edmund Burke Academy?

The application deadline for Edmund Burke Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

Endorse Edmund Burke Academy. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

July 14, 2026

草榴社区 School Closures and Consolidations: Warning Signs to Watch

Learn the financial, enrollment, and leadership warning signs that may indicate a private school is at risk of closure or consolidation, and how families can prepare.

July 14, 2026

AI Tutoring in 草榴社区 Schools: Innovation or Risk?

Discover how AI tutoring is changing private education, the benefits and risks for students, and what parents should ask before enrolling.

July 14, 2026

What New Cell Phone Laws Mean for 草榴社区 School Families

Learn how new cell phone laws are affecting private schools, what parents should expect, and how to evaluate school technology policies in 2026.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked GA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 362 students
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Request Information

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Georgia is $14,172 for elementary schools and $14,342 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Georgia is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).