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5 schools in Fitzgerald

Georgia · Public K-12

Whether you are tracking a high school, middle school, or elementary campus, Fitzgerald's 5 public K-12 schools collectively enroll about 2,910 students (2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high).

7-year change in Fitzgerald

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,831
-344 (-11%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
40%
was 42%
% Hispanic
12%
was 12%
% Black
43%
was 42%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Ben Hill County Middle SchoolMiddle06-08594
Ben Hill County Primary SchoolElementaryPK-02815
Ben Hill Elementary SchoolElementary03-05552
Fitzgerald High School School College and Career AcademyHigh09-12870
Hurricane Transition AcademyHigh05-1279

About Fitzgerald

Public education in Fitzgerald, Georgia runs across 5 schools that enrolls roughly 2,910 students. By footprint, Fitzgerald sits in the thinly populated bracket.

For a sense of the school types, the city is built around 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 582, below the state mean of about 748.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 2,831 students, fell 11% from the 3,175 reported in SY 2017-18.

On allk12, the community for Fitzgerald discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Fitzgerald, Georgia?
There are 5 public K-12 schools in Fitzgerald, with a combined enrollment of about 2,910.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Fitzgerald?
Fitzgerald has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Fitzgerald?
Fitzgerald High School School College and Career Academy is the largest public school in Fitzgerald by enrollment, with approximately 870 students.
What school districts serve Fitzgerald?
Fitzgerald public schools are operated by Ben Hill County.
What grade levels do public schools in Fitzgerald cover?
Public schools in Fitzgerald serve students from pre-K through grade 12.