First Presbyterian Day School
- First Presbyterian Day School provides a college preparatory education founded in a Christian world view.
- "Educating and equipping students to change the world for God's glory.".
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 842 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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First Presbyterian Day School places among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | State or regional independent school association Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) AdvancED Southern Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 1970 |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2003, 2012, 2015 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 842 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 3% State avg.: 22% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 92 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 70% |
| Average Class Size | 16 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 19 courses |
| Advanced Courses | Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science A, English Language, English Literature, European History, French Language, Latin - Vergil, Physics 1, Physics 2, Spanish Language, Statistics, Studio Art - 2D, Studio Art - 3D, Studio Art - Drawing, US Government and Politics, US History |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Uniforms) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | PK - $7,120; K - $8,670; Grades 1-5 - $13,620; Grades 6-8 - $14,100; Grades 9-12 - $14,750 |
| % on Financial Aid | 28% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,000 |
| Admissions Director | Cheri Frame |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 16 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 23 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Academic Bowl, Beta Club, Chess Club, Community Service, Debate, Environmental Club, FCA, Honor Council, Latin Club, Math Team, Mock Trial, Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, Robotics, Student Activity Council, Student Leadership (Project LEAD) Arts and Music Programs: Concert Bands, Dance - Band Auxiliaries, Dance - Hip Hop, Dance - Prop, Jazz Bands, Marching Band, Theatre |
School Notes
- First Presbyterian Day School provides a college preparatory education based on a Christian world and life view. The elementary school has been recognized as a nation Blue Ribbon School and the upper school was recognized as an exemplary Christian secondary program in a study published jointly by CSI and ACSI. The academic program is comprehensive but founded in the traditional liberal arts and sciences. Many opportunities in the Fine Arts are available, both during the school day and through extracurricular involvement. A wide variety of athletic, academic, and service opportunities are available and are considered critical parts of the school program. FPD sports and literary teams currently compete interscholastically in the Georgia High School Association, Division A, Region 7.
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