SAVANNAH ARTS ACADEMY

Savannah Arts Academy is a public high school that is part of the Savannah-Chatham County school district, located in Savannah, GA with about 913 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, Savannah Arts Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Savannah Arts Academy (SAA) is a premier public magnet high school located in the historic district of Savannah, Georgia. Renowned for its rigorous academic standards and commitment to the arts, the school operates on a competitive audition-based admissions process. Students at SAA choose a specific "major" to pursue throughout their high school career, which may include disciplines such as dance, theater, visual arts, communication arts, instrumental music, or vocal music. This specialized focus allows students to receive pre-professional training while simultaneously completing a challenging college-preparatory curriculum.

Beyond its artistic offerings, Savannah Arts Academy is consistently ranked among the top high schools in Georgia due to its exceptional performance on standardized tests and its high graduation rates. The school fosters a unique campus culture that emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration, often resulting in students who go on to attend prestigious universities and conservatories. By bridging the gap between traditional academics and intensive arts education, the academy provides a distinct environment designed to cultivate well-rounded, disciplined, and innovative young scholars.

For more information, contact Savannah Arts Academy at (912) 395-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.