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Marist School

5.00 (1 review)
3790 Ashford Dunwoody Road Atlanta, GA 30319
Tel: (770) 936-2214

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 1,120 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $27,461
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Marist School Photo #1 - Marist School forms the whole person in the image of Christ through education rooted in faith, excellence, and service. Guided by the spirit of the Society of Mary, we nurture each student's God-given potential through academic rigor, leadership opportunities, and compassionate action-preparing them to lead and serve in a world that needs their great hearts.
Marist School Photo #2 - Marist School is celebrating 125 years of faith, excellence, and community during the 20262027 school year! Since 1901, generations of students, families, faculty, staff, alumni, and Marist priests have shaped our story. Together, we honor our legacy, celebrate our mission today, and look with confidence toward the future.
Marist School Photo #3 - At Marist School, exceptional teachers inspire intellectual curiosity, deepen understanding, and unlock each student's God-given potential. Our rigorous college-preparatory curriculum challenges minds and shapes hearts, preparing students to lead and serve with purpose. Through dedicated mentorship, engaging academics, and a faith-filled community, Marist equips learners to thrive and make an extraordinary difference in the world.
Marist School Photo #4 - The Fine Arts program at Marist School inspires creativity, confidence, and collaboration. Through visual arts, music, dance, and theater, students explore their God-given talents and express their unique voices. Guided by dedicated faculty, they cultivate skills, imagination, and a love for the arts-bringing beauty, meaning, and joy to our faith-filled, service-oriented community and beyond.
Marist School Photo #5 - Faith life at Marist School is the heart of our mission. Rooted in Catholic tradition and the spirit of the Society of Mary, students grow in relationship with Christ through prayer, retreats, liturgies, and service. We guide young people to live with compassion, humility, and great heart-preparing them to lead and serve others with purpose.
Marist School Photo #6 - The Goizueta Center for Immersive Experience and Design empowers Marist students to explore innovation and creativity across disciplines. From broadcasting and podcasting to robotics, engineering, AI, virtual reality, and music technology, students engage in hands-on, cutting-edge learning. Here, imagination meets problem-solving, equipping learners with skills to lead, collaborate, and design solutions for a rapidly evolving world.
Marist School Photo #7 - Athletics are a proud tradition at Marist School, where 86% of students compete on 72 teams across 17 sports. With 180 state championships and 23 GADA Directors Cup titles, Marist is ranked #15 nationally by Sports Illustrated. The 20242025 season welcomed our inaugural Flag Football team, expanding opportunities for all students to lead, excel, and compete with great heart.
Marist School Photo #8 - With no-cut teams, tryout teams, and opportunities for every student, Marist athletics build more than athletic skill-they build character. Through teamwork, discipline, and perseverance, students grow as leaders and servant-hearted competitors. Our program shapes strong minds, bodies, and spirits, instilling humility, integrity, and a commitment to excellence on and off the field.
Marist School Photo #9 - The performing arts at Marist School inspire creativity, confidence, and collaboration. Through award-winning theater and dynamic dance programs, students explore storytelling on stage and behind the scenes, building skills in acting, design, choreography, and production. With opportunities for beginners and advanced performers alike, Marist nurtures artistic expression, lifelong appreciation for the arts, and pathways to future study and performance.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 1,120 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $27,461
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Marist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
SAT Score
Highest average SAT score
ACT Score
Highest average ACT score
Advanced Degrees
Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
Student Body
Largest student body
AP Courses
Most AP courses offered
Sports offered
Most sports offered
Extra-curric.
Most extracurriculars offered
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeMarist School
7160
8160
9200
10200
11200
12200
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Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
Campus Size
78 acres

Student Body

Total Students
1,120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
81%
Average Class Size
17 students
Average SAT score
1290
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Number of AP Courses
29 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
African American StudiesArt History
BiologyCalculus AB
Calculus BCChemisty
Computer ScienceEnglish Language and Composition
English Literature and CompositionEuropean History
French LanguageGerman Language
Latin Virgil & CaesarMacroeconomics
MicroeconomicsMusic Theory
Physics CPsychology
ResearchSeminar
Spanish Language and CultureSpanish Language for Heritage Speakers
Spanish Literature and CultureStatistics
Studio ArtU.S. Government and Politics
U.S. HistoryWorld History
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Atlanta Association of Independent Schools (AAAIS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$27,461
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% on Financial Aid
17%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$17,975
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Angela Elledge
Application URL
Endowment Size
$38.7 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringCross Country
DanceDiving
Flag FootballFootball
GolfLacrosse
SoccerSoftball
SwimmingTennis
Track and FieldVolleyball
Wrestling
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
War Eagle

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Honor SocietiesAcademic Team
Affinity GroupsBlue and Gold Newspaper
Campus Ministry ProgramCommunity Service Clubs
Domestic & International Travel OpportunitiesGuidon Yearbook
Interest ClubsLanguage Honor Societies
Marist Broadcasting ClubMarist Sports Telecast
Math TeamRapier Literary Magazine
Robotics TeamSpeech and Debate Team
Student Government


Arts and Music Programs:
Choral ProgramCommercial Music Ensemble
Dance CompanyMarching Band & Color Guard
Theater Program

School Notes

  • Atlanta's oldest Catholic school, Marist School is a dynamic, college-preparatory community of 1,100 boys and girls in grades 7 through 12, representing 80 zip codes across the metro area.
  • Marist combines a high school with a fully incorporated middle school, known as our Foundations program. Our school offers a unique blend of traditional classroom instruction and experiential learning that equips students with the skills to thrive in college and beyond.
  • While Marist is an independent Catholic school, we welcome students of all faiths.
  • The mission of Marist School is to form the whole person in the image of Christ through instruction grounded in religious values, the teachings of the Catholic Church, and the spirit of the Society of Mary. This mission is advanced through communal pursuit of excellence in academic, religious, extracurricular, leadership, and service programs.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Omari Hardwick - Class of 1994, Actor and poet.
    • Kathleen Hersey - Class of 2006, Olympic swimmer.
    • Sean McVay - Class of 2004, National League football coach of the Los Angeles Rams and youngest head coach in modern NFL history.
    • Kit Hoover - Class of 1988, Television actress, host, and broadcast journalist known for her work on "Access Hollywood".
    • Chris Carr - Class of 1990, State of Georgia Attorney General.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Marist School cost?
Marist School's tuition is approximately $27,461 for private students.
What schools are Marist School often compared to?
Marist School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Pius X Catholic High School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Marist School?
Marist School famous alumni include: Omari Hardwick, Kathleen Hersey, Sean McVay, Kit Hoover and Chris Carr.
What sports does Marist School offer?
Marist School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Marist School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for most sports offered.
What is Marist School's ranking?
Marist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Marist School?
The application deadline for Marist School is Jan. 15.
In what neighborhood is Marist School located?
Marist School is located in the North Brookhaven neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other private schools located in North Brookhaven.

School Reviews

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If you are looking for a school that is a community prioritizing developing GOOD PEOPLE - a school that manages to balance excellence in every aspect with humility and kindness-—Marist should be at the top of your list. If you are looking for a typical elitist private school, this school has a different feeling in a good way.
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