K-12 Schools

1. Alpharetta High School
   • Consistently ranked among the top public high schools in Georgia
   • Offers numerous AP courses and has a strong STEM focus
2. King’s Ridge Christian School
   • Private school offering education from PreK through 12th grade
   • Emphasizes Christian values alongside academic excellence
3. Fulton Science Academy Private School
   • STEM-focused private school
   • Known for its rigorous curriculum and success in academic competitions

Colleges and Universities

While Alpharetta doesn’t have its own major universities, several excellent institutions are located nearby:

1. Georgia State University – Alpharetta Campus
   • Satellite campus offering select undergraduate and graduate programs
   • Convenient option for local students
2. Gwinnett Technical College – Alpharetta-North Fulton Campus
   • Technical college offering associate degrees and certificates
   • Focus on career-oriented programs
3. University of North Georgia – Cumming Campus
   • Located in nearby Cumming, offering select undergraduate programs
   • Part of the University System of Georgia

For more comprehensive university options, students often commute to Atlanta, which is home to several prestigious institutions including Georgia Institute of Technology, Emory University, and Georgia State University’s main campus.