Darlington School (2026 Profile)

5.00 (11 reviews)

Tel: (706) 236-0436

1014 Cave Spring Road, SW
Rome, GA 30161

www.darlingtonschool.org

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Darlington School Photo #1 - Darlington's expansive curriculum includes unique offerings such as Robotics, which is supported by a MakerSpace.

Darlington School Photo #2 - Founded in 1905, Darlington School is located on a 500-acre campus in Rome, Ga., that features a small lake and six miles of wooded trails.

Darlington School Photo #3 - Darlington's vibrant fine arts program features a multitude of offerings in drama and musical theater, visual arts, choral music, instrumental music, and communication arts.

Darlington School Photo #4 - We are proud to say that 100 percent of our graduates go on to college, earning more than $8 million in scholarships each year.

Darlington School Photo #5 - For students who are serious about golf, soccer or tennis, Darlington offers three specialized, year-round athletic academies that develop players to reach their maximum potential. This unique combination of intensive athletics and rigorous academics is designed to prepare students for collegiate opportunities.

Darlington School Photo #6 - Darlington offers numerous instrumental ensembles, including an Arts Academy.

Darlington School Photo #7 - Every sports team at Darlington is TIGER strong because when you join a sports team, you'll learn a lot more than the rules of the game. Yes, you'll hone your athletic skill, but you'll also learn the power of teamwork, how to lead, the value of discipline, and the thrill of achieving your personal best.

Darlington School Photo #8 - If you crave an independent experience fueled by friendships that span the globe and last a lifetime, our boarding program might be the answer.

Darlington School is a co-ed, independent boarding and day school in Rome, Ga., for students in pre-K through high school.

Here, you're not an enrollment number; you're a person.

Explore Darlington and see how an education built for the way you see things can make you a successful student and a confident contributor to the world around you.

Founded in 1905, Darlington School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school for students in pre-K through grade 12, with boarding in grades 9-12.The school offers motivated students rigorous academics, numerous fine arts opportunities and a competitive athletics program in a nurturing environment.Our students are the center of all that we do, and together, we empower them to learn with passion, act with integrity and serve with respect.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12, PG
Grades: (Day Students) PK-12, PG
Enrollment: 750 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $60,810
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $25,820
Acceptance rate: 46%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / Jul. 31 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Darlington School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12, PG

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

PK-12, PG

Pre-K-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1905

1909

Campus Size

500 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

Wisdom More Than Knowledge Service Beyond Self Honor Above Everything

Student Body

Enrollment

750 students

300 students

% Students of Color

15%

25%

% International Students

20%

% Students Boarding

47%

70%

Average SAT Score

1190
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

SAT range (25th-75th percentile)

1050 - 1330

Average ACT score

24
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
khaki shorts/skirts and polo

Casual

Average Class Size

15 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

76%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Accreditations

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus (AB)

AP Calculus (BC)AP Chemistry

AP English LanguageAP English Literature

AP Environmental ScienceAP European History

AP GovernmentAP Macroeconomics

AP MicroeconomicsAP Music Theory

AP Physics BAP Physics C

AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language

AP Spanish LiteratureAP Statistics

AP Studio ArtAP U.S. History

AP World History

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$41.4 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$60,810

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$25,820

$33,500

Tuition international students

$64,080

$53,975

% Students on Financial Aid

45%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$20,255

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

Feb. 15 / Jul. 31 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

Acceptance Rate

46%

58%

Director of Admissions

Matthew Peer

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

Colors

Purple and White

School Mascot

Tigers

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Chinese Community ClubDorm Presidents

Independent Film ClubInternational Film Club

Math Tutoring ClubOrchestra Ensemble

Outdoor ClubProgramming Club

Show ChoirSOAR

Spanish ClubStudent Diplomats

Technology ClubThe Darlingtonian

The Inkslinger

Arts and Music Programs:

Concert ClubDigital Art

Environmental ArtHolocaust Project

Jazz ClubSet Crew

The DarlingtonesThe Random Notes

Video Game Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Soccer Academy

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate

100%

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School Notes

For over a century, students from Rome, neighboring towns in Georgia, and an average of 20 states and 25 countries have joined the Darlington family each year. Darlington's proven track record in preparing students well for college, its impressive facilities, and its wide array of academic, artistic, athletic and social opportunities make it stand out as one of the top day and boarding schools in the country. Stretching for 500 acres, Darlington`s campus is nestled around a small lake in the foothills of the Lookout Mountain Range in Rome, Georgia, a medical center and college town 65 miles northwest of Atlanta. But more significant are the friendly spirit of the school and its long history of challenging students to learn with passion, act with integrity, and serve with respect. Darlington graduates men and women who exemplify the school's motto: Wisdom more than Knowledge; Service beyond Self; Honor above Everything.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Gov. S. Ernest Vandiver Jr. ('36) - Former Gov. of Georgia
- Cy Twombly ('47) - Contemporary artist whose work can be found in the Guggenheim, the National Gallery of Art, and the Museum of Modern Art.
- Dr. John Ochsner ('44) - International medical leader, who has served in many prominent roles including President of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery and President of The International Society for Cardiovascular Surgery.
- Stephen D. Potts ('34) - Served as Director of the Office of Government Ethics under President George H.W. Bush and President William Jefferson Clinton.
- Tom Cousins ('48) - Founder of Cousins Properties Inc.
- Will Muschamp ('90) - Head Football Coach, University of Florida
- James L. Dickey III ('42) - American poet, novelist, critic, athlete, and hunter with bow and arrow; best-known from his novel
- Jennifer Wysocki ('90) - Emmy award-winning producer, creator and current host of television's
- Elson Floyd ('74) - President of Washington State University

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Darlington School cost?

Darlington School's tuition is approximately $60,810 for boarding students and $25,820 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of Darlington School?

The acceptance rate of Darlington School is 46%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%.

Who are famous alumni from Darlington School?

Darlington School famous alumni include: Gov. S. Ernest Vandiver Jr. ('36), Cy Twombly ('47), Dr. John Ochsner ('44), Stephen D. Potts ('34), Tom Cousins ('48), Will Muschamp ('90), James L. Dickey III ('42), Jennifer Wysocki ('90) and Elson Floyd ('74).

What sports does Darlington School offer?

Darlington School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

When is the application deadline for Darlington School?

The application deadline for Darlington School is Feb. 15 / Jul. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 / Jul. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Darlington School Alumni #1
Class of 1998
5.002/27/2019
Clemson University

We had mandatory after school activities that really pushed me out of my shell as a typically introverted person. I carried varsity letters in baseball with a state championship as a manager and it. . .

Darlington School Alumni #2
Class of 1998
5.002/27/2019
University of Alabama

I think that Darlington's Extracurricular Programs and our facilities make the school unique relative to other schools. . .

Darlington School Alumni #3
Class of 1980
5.0011/25/2017
Georgia Institute of Technology

A great "old ivy" type of Boarding School. Was once all male - I was in the last class of Darlington men. Now is coed. I can't imagine going to school and living with girls. . .

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