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A Frederica education is anchored in an academic experience that is both challenging and supportive.
Whether one is enrolled in our preschool program or our twelfth grade, Frederica students connect new knowledge and ways of thinking to important real-life situations.
Beyond the wide array of humanities, math, and science classes, Frederica students also enjoy the opportunity to explore interests and develop talents in a variety of athletics, arts, and service activities.
In a culture that prizes character, integrity, achievement, and kindness, Frederica students enjoy a safe and supportive environment in which to learn more about themselves and the world around them.
Our hope is that you will take the time to visit our beautiful campus and discover more about Frederica.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $22,400
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / Apr. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Frederica Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia
Year Founded
1969
Colors
White, Forest Green
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
500 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Frederica Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
61%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Comparative GovernmentAP Computer Science A+
AP Computer Science PrinciplesAP Language and Composition
AP Literature and CompositionAP Macroeconomics
AP MicroeconomicsAP Physics I
AP PrecalculusAP Seminar
AP Spanish LanguageAP Statistics
AP US GovernmentAP US History
AP World History
Average SAT score
1143
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform for students in Pre-K-12th

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Mar. 1 / Apr. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition begins at $10,825 for Pre-Kindergarten
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Helen Rentz
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
42 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Ambassadors ClubArchitecture Club
Art ClubBook Club
Carpe VitamChess Club
Circadian Rhythm ClubCoastal Connect
Cultural Awareness ClubDinosaur Club
Dungeons and Dragons CLubEngineering Club
Environmental ClubFA Research Program
FA Student AmbassadorsFellowship of Christian Athletes
Finance ClubHistory Club
Honor CouncilHumane Society Teen Board
Literary TeamMath Team
Media Appreciation ClubModel United Nations
National Honor SocietyPhilosophy and Ethics Club
Photography ClubScience Bowl
Science ClubService Council
Spanish ClubSpeech and Debate Club
Spirit ClubSTEM Club
Universal YumsWorld Language and Culture Club
Yearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
Musical TheaterPopular Music Ensemble


Recreational Athletic Programs:
FA AnglersFA Pickleball
Softball

School Notes

  • School Motto: Carpe Vitam
  • School Mascot: Knights
  • Frederica Academy is a coeducational, nondenominational, independent, college preparatory day school offering the highest quality education for students of all races, creeds, and nationalities.
  • The mission of Frederica Academy is to prepare students who are of average or above average ability and who aspire to a higher education to realize their potential and to respond to the expectations of a democratic society.
  • Each student is viewed as unique so that special qualities may be recognized and developed. The school fosters an atmosphere where high moral standards of conduct within the Judeo-Christian tradition are practiced, and there is a stated honor code.
  • Support from parents and the community is actively sought in maintaining these high moral and academic standards throughout the learning process and in the learning environment.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Frederica Academy cost?
Frederica Academy's tuition is approximately $22,400 for private students.
What schools are Frederica Academy often compared to?
Frederica Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Saint Simons Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Frederica Academy?
The acceptance rate of Frederica Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
Does Frederica Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Frederica Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Frederica Academy offer?
Frederica Academy offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Marksmanship, Riflery, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Frederica Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for most sports offered.
What is Frederica Academy's ranking?
Frederica Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Frederica Academy?
The application deadline for Frederica Academy is Mar. 1 / Apr. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 / Apr. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (10 reviews)
5  
Frederica Academy has exceeded my expectations at every turn. The school leadership is deeply devoted to the business of educating our children. They recognize that parents entrust their children to their care day after day, and the experiences gained in school will guide their transformation from childhood to adulthood. This gravitas trickles down into all areas of the school. The Division Leaders are selected with great care and emphasis on experience, credentials, and excellent character. These leaders, in turn, hire excellent classroom teachers with an eye for similar values. Families become generational devotees of the school. It is a lovely self-fulfilling cycle where the school continues to grow and evolve to meet the standards of best educational practices while holding on to the values and traditions that set the school apart from other independent schools in America.
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5  
Our daughter attended Frederica Academy for the 5th-grade. We had an AMAZING experience and had hoped she would graduate from there. Unfortunately, we are moving out of state and we will have fond memories of Frederica Academy. The staff are exceptional (especially Mrs. Holt) they all truly care about the students. We recommend Frederica Academy and are sad to leave paradise...posted-Parent
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5  
Our children have attended Frederica Academy for the past 20 years and I couldn`t imagine a better place to watch my children be taught not only academically , but socially as well. We have a daughter that has gone on to college and is flourishing. We have three more to go and feel very blessed to have Frederica as an option in our community.
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5  
Frederica is a small school with a variety of offerings. Safe environment, small class size and excellent teachers. From lower school to high school,there is a sense of connection and community. Strong rigor and opportunities to be challenged at all grade levels. Support for extra help and extra work. Excellent Academic center and college counseling.
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5  
Outstanding prepatory school with high academic rigor and hands on college counseling beginning in 9th grade. School`s philosophy runs throughout all programs and enables all students to become engaged, developed and involved within our local community and reach outside to areas beyond. Personal attention to the individual learner and academic preparedness for future skills begins in middle school. Administration knows each and every child well.
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5  
Frederica Academy is a great school and worth every penny!! It is a safe environment with layers of security in place, excellent and caring teachers who are producing very smart and well rounded young men and women. College acceptance rate of 100% to top rated colleges like UNC, UVa, GA Tech, Villanova, Davidson, UGa, to name a few. Our son has attended since first grade and will begin high school in there in the Fall.
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5  
Frederica Academy offers unparalleled access to quality academics and individualized learning. Every morning, our children look forward to what a day at Frederica means for them...a safe nurturing environment that is both academically engaging and personally enriching!
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5  
Our son is about to complete Middle School at FA and has been a student there since first grade. Frederica Academy (K-12) offers a safe environment, excellent teachers and academics, small classroom sizes, and an arts and sports program as well. We have observed that every graduating senior goes to a good college and to name a few : scholarships to UNC, UGa, GaTech, UVa, Emory, SMU, Davidson , etc. This is a great school.
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5  
Our son has attended Frederica Academy since Kindergarten, and will be a Junior in High School next week. We are pleased with his experience at F.A., and look forward to sharing his journey as he approaches the graduation stage in 2019. We recommend Frederica Academy and appreciate this small college preparatory school on our island in Southeast Georgia.
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5  
Excellent School! One of the best in the state! Our son is so prepared for college.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $22,400
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / Apr. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average acceptance rate in Georgia is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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