Double Helix is small private school serving 4th - 8th graders.
It is a school that celebrates the intersection of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.
We are rooted in standards, but not bogged down by them.
We are a school in which "teachable moments" drive instruction.
This is a school that allows students to construct their own knowledge through projects and explorations without sacrificing the need to build requisite skills.
We meet children where they are; we know where they need to be; and we honor multiple ways of getting there.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Double Helix STEAM School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2013
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
57%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,000
Tuition Notes
We accept the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship and offer the Georgia Tax Credit scholarship along with in house financial aid.
% on Financial Aid
14%
Admissions Director
Sheila Coffeen
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book Club, Coding, Crochet, Dungeons & Dragons, Magic & Mystery, Magic the Gathering, Personal Leadership, Scavenger Scouts, Student Council/Yearbook, Wild Earth
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Cards, Artistic Expression, Disney Disenchanted, Holiday Market, Homemade, Keyboarding/Typing, Literary Escapades, Make a Sound, Mixed Media Masterpieces, Playful Psychology, Puppet Making, The World of Roald and Wes, Theater Basics, World Cultures, You Are an Artist, Zines
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Outdoor Games, Yoga
Book Club, Coding, Crochet, Dungeons & Dragons, Magic & Mystery, Magic the Gathering, Personal Leadership, Scavenger Scouts, Student Council/Yearbook, Wild Earth
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Cards, Artistic Expression, Disney Disenchanted, Holiday Market, Homemade, Keyboarding/Typing, Literary Escapades, Make a Sound, Mixed Media Masterpieces, Playful Psychology, Puppet Making, The World of Roald and Wes, Theater Basics, World Cultures, You Are an Artist, Zines
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Outdoor Games, Yoga
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Double Helix STEAM School cost?
Double Helix STEAM School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
What schools are Double Helix STEAM School often compared to?
Double Helix STEAM School is often viewed alongside schools like Athens Montessori School, Athens Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Double Helix STEAM School?
The application deadline for Double Helix STEAM School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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