First Academy in Douglas, GA, serves 229 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through 11th grade in a town鈥揵ased setting.
Founded in 2011, the school operates with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 15:1 supported by 15 teachers.
The co鈥揺d program maintains religious affiliation with the Baptist denomination and is part of the Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools.
The student body includes 8.9% students of color, reflecting some diversity within this Douglas area private school.
First Academy offers a regular elementary and secondary academic program in a faith鈥揵ased environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
229 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are First Academy often compared to?
First Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Citizens Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for First Academy?
The application deadline for First Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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