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#112 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 28% of private schools

Calvary Christian School

School

423 N 23RD ST, Wilmington, NC 28405

Private

Enrollment

100

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#112 of 404

In Wilmington

#1 of 15

public schools

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Calvary Christian School

7.1/10

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

A H Snipes Academy of Arts/des

6.5/10

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2.5/10

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About Calvary Christian School

Calvary Christian School is a private school in Wilmington, NC. Calvary Christian School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #112 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.9 pts above NC schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 100 students, Calvary Christian School 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Calvary Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Calvary Christian School 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 Calvary Christian School compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
100
This School
vs
567
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 75% vs 0%
Black 15% vs 0%
Hispanic 10% vs 0%
Calvary Christian School Wilmington Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Calvary Christian School (this school) 7.1
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des 6.5
R Freeman Sch of Engineering 2.5
New Hanover High 4.2
Forest Hills Global Elementary 3.4
Career Readiness Academy at Mosley PLC 6.9
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy 5.2
The International School at Gregory 8.3
Williston Middle 3.6
Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington 7.0
Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington 7.0
Wilmington Preparatory Academy 5.9
Lake Forest Academy 5.4
Wilmington School of the Arts 8.6
Edwin A Alderman Elementary 4.7
Isaac M Bear Early College High School 7.3
Sunset Park Elementary 5.4
Winter Park Model Elementary 8.4
Roland-Grise Middle 7.0
College Park Elementary 3.4
Wrightsboro Elementary 4.1

Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in Wilmington

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)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,105
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 41%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 100
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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)

White 75.0%
Black 15.0%
Hispanic 10.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

423 N 23RD ST, Wilmington, NC 28405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wilmington School of the Arts (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The International School at Gregory (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des Wilmington 0.3 mi 6.5
R Freeman Sch of Engineering Wilmington 0.4 mi 2.5
New Hanover High Wilmington 0.8 mi 4.2
Forest Hills Global Elementary Wilmington 1.0 mi 3.4
PEACE ROSE MONTESSORI Wilmington 1.1 mi 6.4
The International School at Gregory Wilmington 1.2 mi 8.3
Career Readiness Academy at Mosley PLC Wilmington 1.1 mi 6.9
Williston Middle Wilmington 1.3 mi 3.6
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy Wilmington 1.2 mi 5.2
PATHWAYS MIDDLE AND HIGH Wilmington 1.4 mi 3.6
Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington Wilmington 1.3 mi 7.0
Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington Wilmington 1.3 mi 7.0
SOUTHEASTERN AUTISM ACADEMY Wilmington 1.4 mi 6.4
HILL SCHOOL OF WILMINGTON Wilmington 1.4 mi 5.4
PEACE ROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilmington 1.6 mi 5.4
Wilmington Preparatory Academy Wilmington 1.7 mi 5.9
Lake Forest Academy Wilmington 2.1 mi 5.4
Wilmington School of the Arts Wilmington 2.2 mi 8.6
Edwin A Alderman Elementary Wilmington 2.8 mi 4.7
Sunset Park Elementary Wilmington 2.8 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,809

Median Home Value

$337,000

Median Rent

$1,405/mo

Population

35,159

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

57.4%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Christian School

What grades does Calvary Christian School serve?

Calvary Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Calvary Christian School?

Calvary Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Christian School rank in NC?

Calvary Christian School ranks #112 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Calvary Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Calvary Christian School a private school?

Yes, Calvary Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Calvary Christian School a religious school?

Calvary Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
100
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
New Hanover County

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