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#328 of 404 private schools in NC

Calvary Day School

School

5000 COUNTRY CLUB RD, Winston-salem, NC 27104

Private

Enrollment

711

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#328 of 404

In Winston-salem

#10 of 12

public schools

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Calvary Day School

5.2/10

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

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8.4/10

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7.3/10

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About Calvary Day School

Calvary Day School is a private school in Winston-salem, NC. Calvary Day School serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #328 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.0 pts below NC schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Calvary Day 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.

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+ 3.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 26%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Enrollment 711
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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 85.5%
Hispanic 4.5%
Black 3.9%
Asian 3.2%
Two or More 2.7%
Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5000 COUNTRY CLUB RD, Winston-salem, NC 27104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CATHEDRAL OAK ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Clemmons), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FORSYTH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winston-salem, see our Winston-salem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Meadowlark Elementary Winston-Salem 1.3 mi 8.4
Meadowlark Middle Winston-Salem 1.3 mi 7.3
South Fork Elementary Winston-Salem 1.4 mi 5.2
Southwest Elementary Clemmons 2.2 mi 9.1
Jefferson Elementary Winston-Salem 2.9 mi 7.0
FORSYTH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Lewisville 2.5 mi 6.7
West Forsyth High Clemmons 2.6 mi 6.5
Thomas Jefferson Middle Winston-Salem 2.8 mi 7.1
Sherwood Forest Elementary Winston-Salem 2.7 mi 9.2
CATHEDRAL OAK ACADEMY Clemmons 2.8 mi 7.8
Mount Tabor High School Winston-Salem 3.6 mi 4.9
Clemmons Middle School Winston-Salem 4.0 mi 6.8
Lewisville Middle Lewisville 3.6 mi 8.3
Bolton Elementary Winston-Salem 3.4 mi 5.3
Ward Elementary Winston-Salem 4.1 mi 4.6
Clemmons Elementary Clemmons 4.4 mi 8.1
Moore Magnet Elementary Winston-Salem 3.6 mi 4.6
Whitaker Elementary Winston-Salem 3.9 mi 7.9
Frank Morgan Elementary Clemmons 4.4 mi 8.4
Vienna Elementary Pfafftown 4.5 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,056

Median Home Value

$329,300

Median Rent

$1,135/mo

Population

31,184

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

60.3%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Day School

What grades does Calvary Day School serve?

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

How many students attend Calvary Day School?

Calvary Day School has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Day School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Day School rank in NC?

Calvary Day School ranks #328 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Calvary Day School's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Calvary Day School a private school?

Yes, Calvary Day 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 Day School a religious school?

Calvary Day School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
711
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Forsyth County

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