A Few Words About Our School

In 1969, a group of dedicated men and women had the commitment and passion to create a premier, independent college preparatory school that would embrace “The Three A’s”–Academics, Arts, and Athletics.
This dedicated group of trustees seized the moment and recognized “Futura Est In Praesentia,” and their vision and quest for excellence became the foundation for The Fayetteville Academy. In selecting the name Fayetteville Academy, it was the hope of the original board to create a school that would distinguish itself as a leader in private education.
Spotlight
Fayetteville Academy is ranked in the 2021 Niche.com for the Fayetteville, NC area:
#1 – Best Private K-12 Schools
#1 – Best Private High Schools
#1 – Best College Prep Private High Schools
#1 – Best High Schools for STEM
Fayetteville Academy has the area’s only three certified Wilson Dyslexia Practitioners! Charley Curry, Gabriela Ostendorf and Elizabeth Prince bring their expertise to Lower School students after school through a small group intensive program and a whole group intervention program. This Lower School program reinforces skills being taught in the classroom and bridges the gap for students that benefit from extra support.
The Numbers…
At Fayetteville Academy, we pride ourselves on upholding a tradition of academic excellence that began in 1970. The Academy is the only independent, non-sectarian, PK – 12th grade school in Cumberland County. We provide a unique learning environment where children are encouraged to explore every opportunity, set and exceed expectations, and expand their knowledge base daily. Small class sizes, a safe and caring atmosphere, and numerous extracurricular activities ensure that each child at the Academy receives a unique educational experience.
Acceptance to a College
Teachers with Advanced Degrees
AP Exams Scored 3+
Average Class Size

With everything Fayetteville Academy has to offer staff and families, I feel like we are one giant family.”

Wow! What an amazing school! I am so blessed to be teaching at a place where all students and teachers have the ability to shine!
Latest News

New Head of School Named
Fayetteville Academy’s Board of Trustees announced today the hiring of Norman “Blair” Fisher as the next Head of School beginning July 1, 2023. Mr. Fisher comes to the Academy from St. Paul’s Episcopal School in Mobile, Ala. where he served as the Head of School. “I am honored that Fayetteville Academy is entrusting me toRead more “New Head of School Named”
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Seniors and First Graders Bury Time Capsule
Senior Class and First Graders Bury Time Capsule Members of the senior class worked with the first grade to gather items for a time capsule to mark the unique date Feb. 22, 2022. Feb. 22 written as 02/22/2022 is a palindrome, and such a date is unique as it only occurs in the firstRead more “Seniors and First Graders Bury Time Capsule”
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Homecoming Court 2022 Crowned
Homecoming Court 2022 Crowned Mayson Candler was crowned 2022 Homecoming Queen, and Arinze Ejeh was crowned Homecoming King, Friday, Jan. 28 as part of the 2022 Homecoming festivities. Campbell Burt and Alan Guo were crowned princess and prince for the ninth grade. Izzy Faulkner and Garek Dixon were crowned princess and prince forRead more “Homecoming Court 2022 Crowned”
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