Fugees Academy serves 45 students in grades 6-7, is a member of the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools (NSHDS) and the State or regional independent school association.
The student:teacher of Fugees Academy is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Fugees Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Advancing educational justice for refugee and immigrant youth
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Luma Mufleh - Founder of the first accredited school for refugees in the United States.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Fugees Academy?
Fugees Academy famous alumni include: Luma Mufleh - Founder of the first accredited school for refugees in the United States..
When is the application deadline for Fugees Academy?
The application deadline for Fugees Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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