Academy for Classical Education

5665 NEW FORSYTH RD MACON GA 31210

Top 10% School in Georgia

Ranked 10 of 144 in Georgia

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About Academy for Classical Education

Academy for Classical Education is a dynamic K-12 educational community located in the heart of Macon, Georgia, serving 1,807 brilliant students. The school offers an excellent academic program combined with a supportive, welcoming environment. Every student receives equal attention and guidance, supported by 130 passionate full-time teachers, three caring counselors, and a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. At Academy for Classical Education, 73% of students achieved proficiency or higher in math, while 71% achieved similar proficiency in reading. The school reports that 52% of students are female and 48% are male. This school welcomes diversity, with 31% of students from minority backgrounds and 15% economically disadvantaged, nurturing a thriving and open community. The Academy for Classical Education is committed to preparing students to inspire curiosity, encourage success, and shape character. This school is well-recommended as one of the top elementary schools in Georgia.

Contact Information

Address

5665 NEW FORSYTH RD MACON GA 31210

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Phone

(478) 238-5757

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 73%
Reading 71%
State average proficiency is 73% in Math and 71% in Reading.
130
Full-time Teachers
1708
Total Students
$49193
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 10 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Academy for Classical Education

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

10

of 144 in Georgia

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM - 3:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 71%
Asian 8%
Hispanic 3%
Black 16%
Two+ Races 2%
Native Am. 0%
White
71%
Asian
8%
Hispanic
3%
Black
16%
Two+ Races
2%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1708
51%
871 Female
49%
837 Male

Student Population

1708 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14.95902 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The school has implemented a bunch of new safety policies for the 2025-26 school year. The Macon-Bibb County Commission approved $96,595 to foster students ' vital safety upgrades. The amount will be expended on panic alarms, mapping software, and perimeter fencing.

FAQ

Q. What activities can students do outside of class at Academy For Classical Education in Georgia?

A. Academy For Classical Education in Georgia has many activities for students, such as arts, music, sports, and academic clubs, all meant to help them grow.

Q. What does Academy For Classical Education in Georgia teach?

A. Academy For Classical Education in Georgia uses a strong classical education plan that focuses on reading, writing, math, history, and thinking carefully.

Q. Does Academy For Classical Education in Georgia have buses?

A.Yes, Academy For Classical Education in Georgia has buses to make sure students get to and from school safely.

Q. Can students stay at Academy For Classical Education in Georgia before or after school?

A. Academy For Classical Education in Georgia has programs for students who need to be at school before or after regular hours, which helps both students and their families.

Q. Are the teachers at Academy For Classical Education in Georgia good?

A. Yes, the teachers at Academy For Classical Education in Georgia are qualified and care about making learning fun and helpful.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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