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#399 of 404 private schools in NC

Arendell Parrott Academy

School

1901 DOBBS FARM RD, Kinston, NC 28504

Private

Enrollment

631

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#399 of 404

In Kinston

#3 of 3

public schools

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Arendell Parrott Academy

3.5/10

School in Kinston · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Arendell Parrott Academy

Arendell Parrott Academy is a private school in Kinston, NC. Arendell Parrott Academy serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Arendell Parrott Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares2.7 pts below NC schools
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Arendell Parrott Academy 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

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How Arendell Parrott Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Kinston, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
This School
vs
16.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
631
This School
vs
408
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.5
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.4% vs 0%
Asian 4.6% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.7% vs 0%
Arendell Parrott Academy Kinston Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Arendell Parrott Academy (this school) 3.5
Kinston High 4.5
Northwest Elementary 5.5
Northeast Elementary 4.9
Children's Village Academy 5.2
Rochelle Middle 4.6
Southeast Elementary 6.5
Contentnea-Savannah School 5.7
Banks Elementary 5.8
Lenoir County Early College High 7.8
Lenoir County Learning Academy 4.0
Southwood Elementary 6.5
Woodington Middle 5.3
Moss Hill Elementary 7.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,091.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 20%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Enrollment 631
View data sources

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)

White 88.4%
Asian 4.6%
Black 2.2%
Two or More 2.1%
Hispanic 1.7%
Native American 0.6%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1901 DOBBS FARM RD, Kinston, NC 28504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arendell Parrott Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. FIVE POINTS EDUCATION TRAINING CENTER (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Hookerton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kinston, see our Kinston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.0 mi
School Distance Rating
FIVE POINTS EDUCATION TRAINING CENTER Kinston 1.2 mi 7.1
Kinston High Kinston 2.1 mi 4.5
Northwest Elementary Kinston 2.5 mi 5.5
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kinston 3.3 mi 5.9
Northeast Elementary Kinston 3.3 mi 4.9
Children's Village Academy Kinston 3.9 mi 5.2
Southeast Elementary Kinston 4.3 mi 6.5
Rochelle Middle Kinston 4.3 mi 4.6
North Lenoir High La Grange 4.7 mi 6.4
Contentnea-Savannah School Kinston 4.6 mi 5.7
Banks Elementary Kinston 4.9 mi 5.8
Lenoir County Early College High Kinston 5.7 mi 7.8
Lenoir County Learning Academy Kinston 6.6 mi 4.0
MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hookerton 7.8 mi 7.1
Southwood Elementary Kinston 7.7 mi 6.5
Snow Hill Primary Snow Hill 10.0 mi 8.0
Woodington Middle Kinston 10.9 mi 5.3
West Greene Elementary Snow Hill 10.7 mi 5.7
Greene Early College High Snow Hill 11.8 mi 9.1
Greene Central High Snow Hill 12.0 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,650

Median Home Value

$124,500

Median Rent

$905/mo

Population

20,325

College Educated

17.6%

Homeownership

61.9%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

43.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Carter G. Woodson School Winston-Salem, NC 3.2
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford, NC 3.9
Rocky Mount Preparatory Rocky Mount, NC 4.3
TMSA Charlotte Charlotte, NC 4.3
Valor Preparatory Academy Concord, NC 4.3
LIBERTY PREP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mooresville, NC 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arendell Parrott Academy

What grades does Arendell Parrott Academy serve?

Arendell Parrott Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Arendell Parrott Academy?

Arendell Parrott Academy has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arendell Parrott Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Arendell Parrott Academy is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Arendell Parrott Academy rank in NC?

Arendell Parrott Academy ranks #399 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Arendell Parrott Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Arendell Parrott Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Arendell Parrott Academy a private school?

Yes, Arendell Parrott Academy 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 Arendell Parrott Academy a religious school?

No, Arendell Parrott Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
631
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Lenoir County

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