Fullington Academy
Fullington Academy is located in Pinehurst, Georgia, on highway 41 South.
This small town, with a population of a few hundred, hosts the only private academy in Dooly County.
Fullington has educated students for over 35 years and it continues to provide exceptional educational opportunities for its students.
Its exceptionality is attested by the rigorous standards with which it must comply in order to continue as an academic facility.
The Georgia Independent School Association (G.I.S.A.) governs academics and athletics.
The G.I.S.A. is the governing body for over one hundred and thirty schools all over the state of Georgia including Fullington Academy. Fullington is accredited with the Georgia Accrediting Commission and undergoes evaluation to hold its status every five years. However, the school is reviewed every year.
The school began operations as Fullington Academy in the fall of 1970.
There were only two buildings on the campus. The primary building and the high school building were used to educate students in the first through twelfth grades.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 257 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Fullington Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1970
Student Body
Total Students
257 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Kristi Greer
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Beta Club-Junior and Senior, Chick-fil-A Leadership Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Future Farmers of America, History Bowl, Quiz Bowl Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess Team, Drama Team, Fine Arts Competitions, Literary Meet
Beta Club-Junior and Senior, Chick-fil-A Leadership Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Future Farmers of America, History Bowl, Quiz Bowl Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess Team, Drama Team, Fine Arts Competitions, Literary Meet
School Notes
- Fullington Academy is located in Pinehurst, Georgia, on highway 41 South. This small town, with a population of a few hundred, hosts the only private academy in Dooly County. Fullington has educated students for over 30 years and it continues to provide exceptional educational opportunities for its students. Its exceptionality is attested by the rigorous standards with which it must comply in order to continue as an academic facility. The Georgia Independent School Association (G.I.S.A.) governs academics and athletics. The G.I.S.A. is the governing body for over one hundred and thirty schools all over the state of Georgia including Fullington Academy. Fullington is accredited with the Georgia Accrediting Commission and undergoes evaluation to hold its status every five years. However, the school is reviewed every year. The school began operations as Fullington Academy in the fall of 1970. There were only two buildings on the campus. The primary building and the high school building were used to educate students in the first through twelfth grades.
Profile last updated: 07/20/2021
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