AMANA ACADEMY SCHOOL

Amana Academy School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Fulton County school district, located in Alpharetta, GA with about 699 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 36 teachers, Amana Academy School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Amana Academy in Alpharetta, Georgia, is a distinctive tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K-8. The school is widely recognized for its commitment to the EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) model, which emphasizes rigorous academics, character development, and a "learning by doing" philosophy. Rather than relying solely on traditional textbooks, students at Amana engage in immersive, long-term "expeditions" that connect classroom curriculum to real-world challenges, often involving community partners and local experts to foster deeper student engagement and critical thinking.

Beyond its academic structure, Amana Academy is notable for its inclusive, multicultural environment, which draws students from diverse backgrounds across the North Fulton County area. The school places a heavy emphasis on its "CREW" culture—a core tenet of the EL model that prioritizes social-emotional growth, collaboration, and mutual respect among students and staff. By combining high-level academic expectations with a strong focus on community service and global citizenship, Amana Academy seeks to prepare its students not just for the next grade level, but to become active, compassionate contributors to their community.

For more information, contact Amana Academy School at (678) 624-0989 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.