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Arthur Morgan School
Elementary School
60 AMS CIR, Burnsville, NC 28714
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Grades
7th – 9th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Arthur Morgan School
Arthur Morgan School is an Friends (Quaker) private elementary school in Burnsville, NC 28714. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 7th – 9th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,551, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Arthur Morgan School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.5:1, Arthur Morgan School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Arthur Morgan School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $21,923
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $23,598
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.08x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 66%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $3.0M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 28 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Arthur Morgan School compares to the 6 public schools in Burnsville, NC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Burnsville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur Morgan School (this school) | — |
| South Toe Elementary | 6.0 |
| East Yancey Middle | 5.5 |
| Burnsville Elementary | 6.4 |
| Mountain Heritage High | 5.1 |
| Blue Ridge Elementary | 3.5 |
| Cane River Middle | 7.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private · Friends (Quaker)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Address
- 60 AMS CIR, Burnsville, NC 28714
- Phone
- (828) 675-4262
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
60 AMS CIR, Burnsville, NC 28714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arthur Morgan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gouge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Bakersville). Another option is Greenlee Primary (rated 8.0/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Spruce Pine). Additionally, Pleasant Gardens Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Marion). For more schools in Burnsville, see our Burnsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Toe Elementary Burnsville | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Micaville Elementary Micaville | 6.0 mi | 3.1 |
| GENESIS ACADEMY, INC. Burnsville | 7.4 mi | — |
| East Yancey Middle Burnsville | 7.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Burnsville Elementary Burnsville | 7.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Deyton Elementary Spruce Pine | 8.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Harris Middle Spruce Pine | 8.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Greenlee Primary Spruce Pine | 8.6 mi | 8.0 |
| TRI-COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spruce Pine | 9.1 mi | 5.4 |
| SPRUCE PINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Spruce Pine | 9.3 mi | 5.7 |
| North Cove Elementary School Marion | 8.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Mitchell High Bakersville | 11.0 mi | 5.2 |
| YANCEY COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burnsville | 10.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Mountain Heritage High Burnsville | 10.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Pleasant Gardens Elementary School Marion | 11.0 mi | 7.2 |
| West McDowell Middle School Marion | 11.7 mi | 6.6 |
| McDowell Virtual Academy Marion | 11.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Bowman Middle Bakersville | 13.2 mi | 7.6 |
| McDowell High School Marion | 12.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Gouge Elementary Bakersville | 13.4 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,551
Median Home Value
$216,200
Median Rent
$803/mo
Population
16,621
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
46.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Arthur Morgan School has a median household income of $56,551. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,200, with a median rent of $803/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arthur Morgan School
What grades does Arthur Morgan School serve?
Arthur Morgan School serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Arthur Morgan School?
Arthur Morgan School has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arthur Morgan School?
The student-teacher ratio at Arthur Morgan School is 2.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Arthur Morgan School a private school?
Yes, Arthur Morgan School is a private coeducational school with a Friends (Quaker) affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Arthur Morgan School a religious school?
Arthur Morgan School has a Friends (Quaker) religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Gender Split
- 36% M / 64% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Friends (Quaker)
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 189 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- YANCEY
- Phone
- (828) 675-4262
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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