Education

Part of the Atlanta Public Schools district, Buckhead is served by five area elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Georgia State University, Georgia Institute of Technology, and Emory University offer nearby locations for higher degrees in the area.

Economy/Job Market

As one of Atlanta’s most important business districts, Buckhead and the surrounding communities are home to many major industries, including the Coca-Cola headquarters and Turner Broadcasting. As a business and tourist destination, the local job market and economy is fueled by healthcare professionals due to the number of major hospitals and medical centers in the area. Information Technology is also booming due to the large number of high-tech firms, while the hospitality industry is showing growth with increasing attendance at city conventions and Atlanta’s tourism popularity.

Attractions/Points of Interest

Buckhead hosts the annual Taste of Atlanta, a food festival that lets residents sample the cuisine creations of more than 75 area restaurants. Buckhead sponsors the annual tree lighting celebration, with residents flocking to see the spirit of the season. Atlanta also offers plenty of great events planned year-round. The Atlanta Dogwood Festival, Atlanta Jazz Festival and Georgia Renaissance Festival are resident favorites among the outdoor events. On any given night in nearby Atlanta, one can attend a Broadway musical, a symphony, Shakespearean theatre, numerous comedy shows, view fine art, hear a spoken word performance or attend one of dozens of concerts at venues all across the city.