Very Good
#77 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 19% of private schools
Academy at Soar, Soar Inc.
High School
112 VIRGINIA AVE BLDG B., Waynesville, NC 28786
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#77 of 404
In Waynesville
#1 of 2
public schools
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Academy at Soar, Soar Inc.
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About Academy at Soar, Soar Inc.
Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. is a private high school in Waynesville, NC. Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 2.6:1 students to teachers, Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Waynesville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. (this school) | 7.4 |
| Waynesville Middle | 6.9 |
| Central Haywood High | 4.8 |
| Shining Rock Classical Academy | 5.8 |
| Tuscola High | 7.1 |
| Bethel Middle | 8.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
112 VIRGINIA AVE BLDG B., Waynesville, NC 28786
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pisgah High (rated 8.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tuscola High (rated 7.1/10, 4.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Haywood Early College (rated 7.1/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Clyde), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Waynesville, see our Waynesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waynesville Middle Waynesville | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Central Haywood High Waynesville | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Hazelwood Elementary Waynesville | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Shining Rock Classical Academy Waynesville | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BLUE RIDGE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waynesville | 3.3 mi | — |
| HAYWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesville | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Junaluska Elementary Waynesville | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Jonathan Valley Elementary Waynesville | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Tuscola High Waynesville | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Haywood Early College Clyde | 5.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Bethel Middle Waynesville | 5.9 mi | 8.9 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Maggie Valley | 6.2 mi | — |
| Bethel Elementary Canton | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Clyde Elementary Clyde | 7.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Riverbend Elementary Clyde | 8.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Pisgah High Canton | 9.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Canton Middle Canton | 9.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary Canton | 10.1 mi | 5.7 |
| North Canton Elementary Canton | 10.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Jackson Community School Sylva | 10.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,047
Median Home Value
$266,800
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
22,153
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
49.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy at Soar, Soar Inc.
What grades does Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. serve?
Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Academy at Soar, Soar Inc.?
Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy at Soar, Soar Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. rank in NC?
Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. ranks #77 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Academy at Soar, Soar Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. a private school?
Yes, Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. a religious school?
No, Academy at Soar, Soar Inc. is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 203 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Haywood County
- Phone
- (828) 456-3435
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