Laurel Heights is a private intensive residential treatment center located in Atlanta, Georgia, in the Emory/Druid Hills neighborhood.
The serene 12 acre campus offers seven residential cottages, separate clinic, school, cafeteria, gym, swimming pool and several outdoor playgrounds.
Laurel Heights specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents with complex psychiatric and behavioral problems, co-occurring developmental disabilities and has a specialty program for children with autism spectrum disorders.
The Discovery Program at Laurel Heights is dedicated to helping children with autism spectrum disorders and significant behavioral difficulties learn functional communication, social interaction, and self-management skills.
The program is geared toward children with autism who may also have Self-injurious, disruptive and aggressive behaviors, Moods disorders, including depression and bipolar symptoms, Difficulties with impulse control and self-regulation, Symptoms of psychosis or other mental illnesses.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Yearly Tuition: $30,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$30,000
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$20 million
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) cost?
Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)'s tuition is approximately $30,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)?
The acceptance rate of Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
When is the application deadline for Laurel Heights Academy (hospital)?
The application deadline for Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) located?
Laurel Heights Academy (hospital) is located in the Druid Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 4 other private schools located in Druid Hills.
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The nearest preschool is Atlanta Montessori International School - Druid Hills Campus (0.5 miles away)
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(770) 641-8688
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Gr: 4-12 | 265 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(770) 998-1017
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Atlanta, GA 30306
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Gr: NS-K Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(404) 270-2312
Atlanta, GA 30307
(404) 270-2312
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Gr: PK-12 | 1,019 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Atlanta, GA 30307
(404) 634-6494
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Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 873-6985
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Gr: NS-8 | 313 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(404) 954-2524
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(Math: <50%)
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
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7/
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(678) 231-5997
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(678) 231-5997
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(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
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505 Carlton Rd
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(470) 254-6100
Palmetto, GA 30268
(470) 254-6100
8715.1 miles
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(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
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Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2356 Fairburn Rd
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(770) 651-4200
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-4200
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(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
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Rank:
2/
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(470) 254-6080
Fairburn, GA 30213
(470) 254-6080
8716.6 miles
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(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
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Rank:
3/
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