Welcome to Augusta Prep!
Through small classes and flexible programs, talented and committed teachers provide individual attention to help each student achieve his or her academic best. Our motto, “To be, rather than to seem,” describes this community of doers who work together to make the world a better place.
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From our challenging curriculum to the myriad opportunities to engage and grow beyond the classroom, the Upper School community is dedicated to providing a personalized, balanced, and innovative experience in which all are invited to develop their intellect, talents, and character.
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An engaging college-prep curriculum, small class sizes, and strong relationships between both teachers and students and students and their peers serve as the framework for our Middle School program, which fosters student motivation and success.
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We recognize the importance of these formative years when students master essential academic skills. In keeping with Augusta Prep’s tradition of academic excellence, our Lower School program emphasizes the acquisition of tools necessary for scholastic success.
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Best Private K-12 School in Augusta areaAugusta Prep is the top-ranked private school (K-12) in the Augusta area per Niche.com. Augusta Prep also ranks as the top Private High School in the Augusta area, the top College Prep Private School in the Augusta area and the best high school for STEM in Augusta and Columbia County. -
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College Acceptance RateAugusta Prep has a 100 percent graduation rate, our students going on to attend some of the most prestigious colleges and universities across the United States. Our acceptance rates to popular in-state schools such as Georgia, Georgia Tech, South Carolina and Clemson are typically much higher than their average acceptance rates. -
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Student-teacher RatioAugusta Prep students receive plenty of individual attention throughout Lower, Middle and Upper School. We work with parents on creating a personalized educational experience for their student(s). -
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Student Diversity RateAs the Augusta area's only Age 2 through Grade 12 non-sectarian independent school, we attract myriad students from many different backgrounds. -
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AP and Honors Courses OfferedAugusta Prep offers top-notch college preparatory programming, including many challenging AP and Honors courses that will prepare students for college and allow them an opportunity to earn college credits. -
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Athletic Teams in Upper and Middle SchoolAugusta Prep has one of the best athletics programs in the Augusta area with 51 State Championships, 53 State Runner-up Championships and 157 Region Championships in our 59-year school history.
School News
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Heritage Academy eighth grader becomes first recipient of Giles scholarship at Augusta Prep
Read MoreAugusta Preparatory Day School has announced the first recipient of the W. Rodger Giles scholarship as Heritage Academy 8th grader, Elijah McFadgen. This full-tuition, merit-based scholarship will be awarded annually to incoming freshmen from Heritage Academy and will cover the students’ high school education. The partnership between Heritage Academy and Augusta Prep is made possible by a generous gift from the estate of the late, local philanthropist and businessman, W. Rodger Giles, who was passionate about the betterment of children and childhood education. Nicole Johnson, Elijah’s mother, said of the award, “I feel blessed that he has the opportunity to go to Augusta Prep. I’m looking forward to the family environment and the range of classes they can offer him. Hard work never goes unnoticed.”“This gift from Rodger Giles allows for a partnership between two of my favorite institutions, Heritage Academy and Augusta Prep, both of which do excellent work,” said Clay Boardman, executor of the Giles estate and longtime supporter of both schools. “I am excited for Heritage students to have the Augusta Prep educational experience that my children and I had as alums.”When speaking to Elijah, his sentiments are poignant. “This is my dream school. I am looking forward to the opportunities at Prep.” -
Prep's Kho receives classroom honor
Augusta Prep's Ryan Kho received a second surprise in three months. In November, Kho was named the Georgia Independent Schools Association (GISA) Middle School Teacher of the Year. On Tuesday, Jan. 12, Kho learned his classroom was dedicated to him by the Nussbaum family.Read More -
Prep's Kho named GISA Teacher of the Year
Augusta Prep's Ryan Kho has been named the Georgia Independent Schools Association (GISA) Middle School Teacher of the Year. On Friday, Nov. 6, GISA vice president Stan Whitlock presented Kho with the award.Read More -
Augusta Prep holds successful SafeHomes campaign
The Augusta Prep National Honor Society recently spearheaded a successful toiletry drive for SafeHomes of Augusta. The Augusta Prep community collected more than 2,000 items for SafeHomes, a domestic violence center that supports victims in 10 counties throughout the East Central Georgia Region.Read More
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Augusta Preparatory Day School develops the intellect, talents, and character of each student in a diverse, college-preparatory, non-sectarian, and welcoming community of life-long learners.
We are committed to educating well-rounded, engaged students who embrace personal responsibility, global perspective, and service to others.
We are committed to educating well-rounded, engaged students who embrace personal responsibility, global perspective, and service to others.
Augusta Preparatory Day School
Augusta Preparatory Day School is a non-sectarian, independent, college preparatory school serving children ages 2 through Grade 12 from the greater Augusta-Aiken area.
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