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St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy

543 Cherokee Ave Se
Atlanta, GA 30312
St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy offers small classes, individualized attention, and a caring faculty and staff.
Our academic programs prepare students for success not only in college, but also in life.
Over 88% of our graduates have gone on to college, including Georgia Tech, the University of Georgia, and Georgia State University.
Our qualified graduates receive the hope scholarship. The Academy is accredited for grades k-12 by the Georgia accrediting commission, the oldest accrediting agency in the USA. In addition to our programs for fully enrolled students, we offer accreditation and classes for home schooled students.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 6 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,200
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 4 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild learning differences supported
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
6 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
4 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
1 course
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
no logos or media images. Girls: skirt below knee; Boys collared shirt tucked in

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
ten per cent discount for second or more students from the same family
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Pamela Summers Showalter
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: To contribute to building a Christian community where academic growth and excellence, devotion to God, service to one鈥檚 neighbor, and an Orthodox understanding of the world are cultivated and taught to students.
  • St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy offers small classes, individualized attention, and a caring faculty and staff.
  • Our academic programs prepare students for success not only in college, but also in life.
  • Over 88% of our graduates have gone on to college, including Georgia Tech, the University of Georgia, and Georgia State University.
  • Our qualified graduates receive the hope scholarship.
  • The Academy is accredited for grades k-12 by the Georgia accrediting commission, the oldest accrediting agency in the USA. In addition to our programs for fully enrolled students, we offer accreditation and classes for home schooled students.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    Source: Verified school update

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much does St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy cost?
    St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy's tuition is approximately $4,200 for private students.
    What is the acceptance rate of St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy?
    The acceptance rate of St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
    Who are famous alumni from St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy?
    St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy famous alumni include: .
    When is the application deadline for St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy?
    The application deadline for St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
    In what neighborhood is St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy located?
    St. Nicholas Orthodox Academy is located in the Grant Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other private schools located in Grant Park.

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    Quick Facts (2026)

    • Grades: Kindergarten-8
    • Enrollment: 6 students
    • Yearly Tuition: $4,200
    • Acceptance rate: 95%
    • Average class size: 4 students
    • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
    • Source: Verified school update

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    The average private school tuition in Atlanta, GA is $20,115 for elementary schools and $23,128 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
    The average acceptance rate in Atlanta, GA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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