Fuller Center continues to demonstrate its commitment to academic excellence and student-centered education through ongoing financial investments in its private school, Fuller Academy. That commitment is yielding remarkable results as Fuller Academy prepares to begin its fifth year of operation, with enrollment increasing nearly 50% compared to the previous school year. As the academy expands its academic offerings and capacity, it remains focused on delivering an exceptional educational experience that supports individual achievement and long-term success for children who benefit from a personalized learning environment designed to meet their unique needs.
“Every child enters our school with unlimited potential. Through learning, encouragement, and opportunity, we help them build the knowledge, confidence, and character needed to become the leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers of tomorrow,” said Fuller Academy Head of School Dr. Jacqueline Berlin. “When schools, families and communities work together, children gain the confidence to become successful in life.”
With small class sizes, students benefit from:
- Individualized attention
- Meaningful teacher-student relationships
- Instruction tailored to each child’s pace and learning style
- A rigorous curriculum and instructional resources aligned with best practices used by leading private schools nationwide
The impact of this educational model is reflected in measurable student outcomes. End-of-year assessment data from the 2025–2026 academic year confirms that Fuller Academy students are outperforming state averages in reading and mathematics while building a strong foundation for long-term academic success. Reading proficiency more than doubled from the beginning to the end of the school year. Academy students also increased their math assessment scores by 16%, an especially notable achievement given that they began the school year already outperforming their public school peers.
“With student success at the forefront of every educational decision, we made a strategic investment in curriculum utilized by the nation’s leading private institutions,” said Eric Roby, CEO of Fuller Center. “The resulting academic performance and the hard work observed daily in the classrooms affirm that these investments are equipping Fuller Academy students with the tools necessary for long-term success.”
More than $1 million in scholarships are awarded annually to Fuller Academy students through a combination of state and Fuller Center funding, providing families with access to a private elementary school education regardless of their financial circumstances. Most Fuller Academy students also participate in Fuller Center’s afterschool programming, which reinforces academic achievement through homework support and a highly successful literacy intervention program.
Together, Fuller Academy, the afterschool program, and Family Empowerment Services create a comprehensive support system that helps students succeed academically and personally. The results demonstrate that this integrated model is making a meaningful difference for families who need additional support to thrive.
Learn More About Fuller Academy
See Fuller Academy in action and hear more about its impact by watching this short video: https://youtu.be/XF6A6gQ4dR0?si=difm4WjBUm76ZXK2
