Inspiring students with the passion to excel.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
McGinnis Woods School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
reading/dyslexia support
Year Founded
1999
Student Body
Total Students
373 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
khaki pants, monogrammed shirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,000
Tuition Notes
Please see website for tuition costs.
% on Financial Aid
5%
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mary H. Johnson
Admissions Associate
Lisa Aber
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess, Cooking, Green Team, Jr. Beta Club, Newspaper Staff/Club, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chorus, Private music lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Playball, Soccer, Tennis
Chess, Cooking, Green Team, Jr. Beta Club, Newspaper Staff/Club, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chorus, Private music lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Playball, Soccer, Tennis
School Notes
- McGinnis Woods School, established in 1999, is a private, non-parochial school offering a challenging Preschool, Elementary and Middle School Education. The beautiful school campus which is located in Alpharetta. The Preschool accepts children as young as 6 weeks and the Elementary/Middle School teaches students in PreK 4 through 8th grade. McGinnis Woods School holds top accreditations, including GAC, SACS, and NAEYC.
- The mission of McGinnis Woods is to inspire students with the passion to excel. This is accomplished by providing superior hands-on, minds-on academics which foster self-confidence and inspire a lifelong love of learning. Superior educational resources are implemented to maximize the learning experience of our diverse student population. Small class sizes with low student-teacher ratios and individualized education is a McGinnis Woods distinctive. Students learn through a variety of engaging teaching techniques and technology, an emphasis on differentiated groupings, STEM, and projects which make each day unique. Frequent guest speakers, monthly field trips for each grade level, and community service round out the curriculum. Drama Club, Competitive Sports, Robotics, and Science Olympiad teams train year round. After school programs and Specialty Clubs are also available.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does McGinnis Woods School cost?
McGinnis Woods School's tuition is approximately $14,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of McGinnis Woods School?
The acceptance rate of McGinnis Woods School is 80%, which is equal to the national average of 80%.
What sports does McGinnis Woods School offer?
McGinnis Woods School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is McGinnis Woods School's ranking?
McGinnis Woods School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for McGinnis Woods School?
The application deadline for McGinnis Woods School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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