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Christ the King School

Mission Statement: Christ the King School creates a Christ-centered community of caring based on its Catholic tradition of fostering academic excellence, individual responsibility, spirituality, and growth of the whole child, in order to live the Gospel in word and deed.School.
Philosophy: A tradition of excellence in education is part of the Catholic heritage.
Recognizing the value of the past, the contemporary Catholic school combines a long history of effective educational experience with continuous program planning and development.
The instructional program at Christ the King School allows for a progression of skills and competencies.
Each student is encouraged to advance at the pace most appropriate to his or her age, developmental stage, and ability, and to accept the responsibility for his or her own learning.
Christ the King School views education as a cooperative effort.
The collaboration of family, school, church, and community broadens and enriches the sense of identity and consistency so vital in building the total educational program.
Together with the family, Christ the King School provides an opportunity for moral development within a climate of support and openness.
Using Catholic/Christian values, students are encouraged to make responsible choices.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 565 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,900
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1937
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Student Body

Total Students
565 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Christ the King School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 31
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Active Catholic Tuition $10,900 Non-Catholic Tuition $14,775
Admissions Director
Lori Lummus

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
CKS Serves Service Learning Program, Drama Program, National Junior Honor Society, Robotics Team, Scouts, Student Council

School Notes

  • Christ the King School is a K-8 CatholicSchool that provides an excellent academic foundation in an atmosphere defined by Catholic principles of respect, responsibility and recognitiion of each student's natural capacity for growth in faith, abilities and character.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Christ the King School cost?
Christ the King School's tuition is approximately $10,900 for private students.
What sports does Christ the King School offer?
Christ the King School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Christ the King School's ranking?
Christ the King School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Christ the King School?
The application deadline for Christ the King School is Jan. 31.
In what neighborhood is Christ the King School located?
Christ the King School is located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 13 other private schools located in Buckhead.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 565 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,900
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Atlanta, GA is $18,568 for elementary schools and $22,294 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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