Atlanta International School offers a program of academic IB excellence to local and international students, beginning with three-year-old kindergarten and culminating in grade 12 with the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma.
AIS has two campuses - one in Buckhead and one in Sandy Springs.
At Buckhead, students from 3K to grade 12 enjoy an amazing community of friends and learners.
AIS offers language learning for all, including immersion programs in Primary School, in Chinese, French, German, and Spanish. Join our welcoming intentionally inclusive, international community!
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,324 students
- Yearly Tuition: $34,938
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Atlanta International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish and Mandarin
Year Founded
1984
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
1,324 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
211 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
56%
Average Class Size
17 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1283
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Dress code reflecting self-respect and respect for the school community outlined by grade level
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$34,938
Tuition Notes
3K - Grade 4 $30,604
Grade 5 - 8 $33,515
Grade 9 - 12 $34,938
***The school will offer a 2% discount for Tuition payments made by cash, check or bank transfer.
% on Financial Aid
14%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$21,152
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Anita Vucic
Admissions Associate
Christina Diggs
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
- Atlanta International School doesn`t just prepare students for college-it gives them the intellectual and cultural confidence to succeed in a globally connected world. AIS was the dream of parents, educators and members of the business community who understood and valued the benefits of an international education. Today, AIS is the only school in Georgia, and one of only a handful of schools in the U.S., to offer an International Baccalaureate (IB) education in grades 3K to 12. AIS offers the full IB continuum - the Primary Years, Middle Years, Diploma and Career-Related Programs. In 2023, AIS aquired a second campus where an additional cohort of high school students in grades 9 - 12 now student, both as boarding and day students.
- The prestigious IB program, the fastest-growing curriculum in the world, is a rigorous, inquiry-based curriculum recognized by the world`s most renowned universities and colleges. AIS graduates pursue higher education at top-100 ranked U.S. schools and universities around the globe. The school is widely considered to be a major asset to the city of Atlanta in attracting foreign investment and business.
- Atlanta International School is fully accredited by the International Baccalaureate, Council of International Schools and AdvanceEd. Current enrollment stands at just over 1,325 students in 3K through grade 12. Our families are approximately 50% local and 50% percent international. The AIS community of students, parents, faculty and staff represent over 90 countries around the world. Early Learning Center students (Grades 3K & 4K) follow a full-immersion curriculum in French, German or Spanish and partial immersion in Chinese. Primary students (Grades 5K-5) follow a bilingual curriculum of English plus French, German or Spanish or partial immersion in Chinese. The school offers a full complement of notable extracurricular activities, including award-winning performing arts and a competitive athletics program. For more information, please call the school at 404-841-3840 or go to www.aischool.org/.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Atlanta International School cost?
Atlanta International School's tuition is approximately $34,938 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Atlanta International School?
The acceptance rate of Atlanta International School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
What sports does Atlanta International School offer?
Atlanta International School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
What is Atlanta International School's ranking?
Atlanta International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Atlanta International School?
The application deadline for Atlanta International School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Atlanta International School located?
Atlanta International School is located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 13 other private schools located in Buckhead.
School Reviews
5 12/26/2017
We have four children ranging from K through upper school--this is an amazing school and it has kept our family in Atlanta way longer than we ever expected when we first moved here ten years ago. I recommend the school without reservation. It is a unique school and community. Incredibly caring.
5 5/12/2017
An incredible school in general, specializing in making real life relations with topics students learn, and also, as I was learning here, I felt truly immersed in the learning, in the sense of understanding.
5 9/8/2012
Outstanding academics in a caring, nurturing enviornment. Excellent college placement record, and students who are confident in themselves, committed to service and successful
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