CHATTAHOOCHEE HILLS CHARTER SCHOOL

Chattahoochee Hills Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Fulton County school district, located in Fairburn, GA with about 468 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 22 teachers, Chattahoochee Hills Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Chattahoochee Hills Charter School (CHCS), located in Fairburn, Georgia, is a tuition-free public charter school that distinguishes itself through a unique, nature-integrated curriculum. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school utilizes the surrounding 700 acres of the Chattahoochee Hills community as an "outdoor classroom." This approach emphasizes experiential learning, where students engage directly with the environment to master core academic subjects, fostering a deep connection between classroom instruction and the natural world.

The school’s educational philosophy is built upon the "place-based" model, which encourages students to become stewards of their community and the environment. By incorporating farm-to-table nutrition, environmental science, and sustainable living practices into their daily routines, CHCS aims to cultivate both academic excellence and physical well-being. The school community prides itself on a holistic approach to development, striving to prepare students to be critical thinkers and environmentally conscious citizens who are well-equipped for the demands of high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Chattahoochee Hills Charter School at (678) 466-7285 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.