As a graduate of Marist, and soon to be graduate of college, I've had some time to look back on my time at Marist and I can honestly say there isn't a more well rounded education in Atlanta. Marist over prepared me for my college life as I attended a top 30 college and found my freshman year to be a
... Read more breeze. Additionally, the emphasis on sports helped me as I stayed very active and involved in intramurals, keeping me physically in shape throughout college. But there is also the service and retreats of Marist that help develop the other side of the student that most other schools lack. Overall, marist prepared me very well and at a time when the markets are down and jobs are hard to come by, I will be employed next year. Read less
Posted by a student on 04/11/09
it has prepared my children for college better than anything ever could
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Posted by a parent on 12/20/08
As an alumnus of Marist, and soon to be graduating from college, I can't look back and say that it was completely positive. It seems like Marist puts a tremendous amount of pressure on students, which is the reason why many of my friends transferred from there. Athletic programs are top notch, but overwhelming-
... Read more I feel that many times the football program received the attention that the academics lacked. In preparation for college, however, this school is pretty experienced- I was very happy with that. If my parents and I could do it again though, it would probably be Holy Innocents' instead. Read less
Posted by a other on 11/07/08
My daughter started Marist in 7th grade and enjoys the school very much. Initially, she was not a very competitive person (by nature). However, she has learned to be competitive because the atmosphere of the school is such. The school encourages development of he whole child (academics, sports and self).
... Read more If I could change one thing, it would be to increase the racial diversity of the schools. It so important to teach our children to get along and be tolerate of others. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/29/08
My daughter started Marist as a freshman in 2005. She will be a Senior this year! I would definitely recommend that your child start in the 7th grade. The transition can be difficult when coming in as a freshman. I would say that if your child plays a Varsity sport, they CAN get good grades. My daughter
... Read more has been on the dean's list since she started at Marist. I would also have to admit that there isn't much time for a social life when playing a sport and studying. We encourage our daughter to make time for that as often as possible. Overall Marist has been a great experience for our daughter. She will be attending a private college this time next year on both a athletic and academic scholarship. Due largely to her teachings and guidence here at Marist. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/20/08
My daughter began at Marist in 7th grade after attending another Atlanta private school. We have been extremely impressed with the outstanding job Marist has done to integrate our daughter into the school. We have been warmly welcomed and our daughter is extremely happy and successful academically,
... Read more socially and athletically. The opportunities for our daughter to learn leadership skills in a positive environment have been immense - we are extremely happy at Marist. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/08/08
Marist is a very challenging school that puts a lot of emphasis on academics and sports. The sports are awesome; it seems like everyone is athletic and full of school pride. The varsity teams are very competitive and always do well on a state level. The academics are very competitive; grades matter
... Read more too much. Marist is a great college prep school, but while I was at Marist, I felt like everything I did was to get into a good college. I studied A LOT in high school, much more than my friends who went to other schools. Trust me, you won't have to 'learn how to study' in college. Overall, Marist was a positive experience for me. It definitely has a lot of cliques and lacks diversity, but everyone seems to grow closer through the years. Read less
Posted by a student on 04/29/08
I am currently attending Marist as a junior and in my opinion I believe that it is almost close to impossible keep up your grades and do a varsity sport, and also have sort of a social life. And they do put a lot of pressure on their students which is not always good. But the people that you meet there
... Read more are very friendly and generous. Read less
Posted by a student on 03/02/08
The Marist school has been academically challenging for all of my children. The availability of extracurricular activities is second to none for a school of this size. A student will not want for things to do outside the classroom. There is a pervasive feeling of community among the parents and students.
... Read more Parental involvement is what makes the school work, from school spirit to faculty appreciation events. A wonderful school if you want your child in a christian/catholic learning environment that will help them get in to a top notch college. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/09/07
I am currently attending marist right now. Even though marist is tough, it prepares you for life after marist. If you do not receive good grades at marist, it is beacuse your lazy usually. They offer tutorial for anyone after school to get all the help they need. But you have to relize that B's are good
... Read more grades too. If you are tryin to get looked at for sports in college, marist is the best. They have over 60 extracurricular activities for boys and girls alike. Marist is becoming more diverse with new CFO Mrs.Hanson they are now letting offering scholerships. Read less
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Atlanta schools — Marist School is located at 3790 Ashfrd Dunwdy Rd Ne, Atlanta GA 30319. 3790 Ashfrd Dunwdy Rd Ne is in the 30319 ZIP code in Atlanta, GA The school district for Marist School is the Archdiocese Of Atlanta Education Off. Marist School is a Private school that serves grade levels 7 - 12.
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