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Carolina Adventist Academy
Elementary School
3710 JAMES B WHITE HWY S, Whiteville, NC 28472
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Carolina Adventist Academy
Carolina Adventist Academy is an Seventh-day Adventist private elementary school in Whiteville, NC 28472. The school serves approximately 10 students in grades 5th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $48,963, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 10 students, Carolina Adventist Academy 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 4:1, Carolina Adventist Academy 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, Carolina Adventist Academy 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Carolina Adventist Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Whiteville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carolina Adventist Academy (this school) | — |
| Central Middle | 6.3 |
| North Whiteville Academy | — |
| Whiteville High | 3.7 |
| Edgewood Elementary | 7.7 |
| Columbus Career and College Academy | 7.8 |
| Williams Township | 6.5 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Whiteville | 4.2 |
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
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Private · Seventh-day Adventist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Address
- 3710 JAMES B WHITE HWY S, Whiteville, NC 28472
- Phone
- (910) 640-0855
- 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.
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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
3710 JAMES B WHITE HWY S, Whiteville, NC 28472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carolina Adventist Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Old Dock Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 11.8 miles away). Another option is Chadbourn Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Chadbourn). Additionally, Edgewood Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away). For more schools in Whiteville, see our Whiteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Middle Whiteville | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| North Whiteville Academy Whiteville | 2.6 mi | — |
| Whiteville High Whiteville | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Whiteville Primary Whiteville | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Edgewood Elementary Whiteville | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Columbus Career and College Academy Whiteville | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Chadbourn Elementary Chadbourn | 5.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Williams Township Whiteville | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Whiteville Whiteville | 8.0 mi | 4.2 |
| South Columbus High Tabor City | 9.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Hallsboro-Artesia Elementary Hallsboro | 8.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Old Dock Elementary Whiteville | 11.8 mi | 9.1 |
| West Columbus High Cerro Gordo | 11.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Nakina Middle Nakina | 13.6 mi | 5.5 |
| West Columbus School Cerro Gordo | 11.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Thomas Academy Lake Waccamaw | 11.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Clarkton School of Discovery Clarkton | 14.5 mi | 6.3 |
| East Columbus Junior-Senior High Lake Waccamaw | 13.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Bladenboro Primary Bladenboro | 16.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Bladenboro Middle Bladenboro | 16.8 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,963
Median Home Value
$141,000
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
17,833
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
40.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Carolina Adventist Academy has a median household income of $48,963. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,000, with a median rent of $788/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.4%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carolina Adventist Academy
What grades does Carolina Adventist Academy serve?
Carolina Adventist Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Carolina Adventist Academy?
Carolina Adventist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carolina Adventist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Carolina Adventist Academy is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Carolina Adventist Academy a private school?
Yes, Carolina Adventist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Carolina Adventist Academy a religious school?
Carolina Adventist Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (8,530/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Whiteville). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 10
- Gender Split
- 20% M / 80% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- COLUMBUS
- Phone
- (910) 640-0855
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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