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#261 of 404 private schools in NC

Carolina Christian Academy

Elementary School

259 TUSQUITTEE ST, Hayesville, NC 28904

Private

Enrollment

55

Student-Teacher

6.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#261 of 404

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Carolina Christian Academy

5.9/10

Elementary School in Hayesville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hayesville Elementary

8.3/10

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7.3/10

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About Carolina Christian Academy

Carolina Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Hayesville, NC. Carolina Christian Academy serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carolina Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #261 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.5 pts below NC schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, Carolina Christian Academy 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Carolina Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Carolina Christian 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 Carolina Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Hayesville, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
55
This School
vs
325
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.6% vs 0%
Black 1.8% vs 0%
Carolina Christian Academy Hayesville Public Avg

All Schools in Hayesville

School Rating
Carolina Christian Academy (this school) 5.9
Hayesville Elementary 8.3
Hayesville Middle 7.3
Hayesville High 6.6
Hayesville Primary School 6.9

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 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,232
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 10%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Enrollment 55
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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 94.5%
Hispanic 3.6%
Black 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

259 TUSQUITTEE ST, Hayesville, NC 28904

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carolina Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peachtree Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Murphy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hayesville Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Towns County Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Hiawassee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hayesville, see our Hayesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Hayesville Elementary Hayesville 0.6 mi 8.3
Hayesville Middle Hayesville 0.7 mi 7.3
Hayesville High Hayesville 0.7 mi 6.6
Hayesville Primary School Hayesville 0.7 mi 6.9
EASTGATE LIFE ACADEMY Hiawassee 8.3 mi 6.3
Peachtree Elementary Murphy 7.7 mi 9.0
Andrews High Andrews 10.0 mi 6.4
Andrews Middle Andrews 10.1 mi 6.0
Towns County Elementary School Hiawassee 9.6 mi 8.2
Towns County Middle School Hiawassee 9.6 mi 8.8
Towns County High School Hiawassee 9.6 mi 8.8
Andrews Elementary Andrews 10.2 mi 5.3
The Oaks Academy Murphy 8.5 mi 6.0
Tri-County Early College High Murphy 8.5 mi 7.8
Martins Creek Elementary/Mid Murphy 11.5 mi 4.8
Murphy Middle Murphy 11.6 mi 5.7
Murphy High Murphy 11.7 mi 5.6
Union County High School Blairsville 13.8 mi 7.2
Murphy Elementary Murphy 12.3 mi 7.1
Union County Elementary School Blairsville 14.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,785

Median Home Value

$266,500

Median Rent

$784/mo

Population

10,614

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

53.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
SILVERCREEK ADVENTIST SCHOOL Morganton, NC 5.9
THE STUDIO SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham, NC 5.9
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh, NC 6.0
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charlotte, NC 6.1
NEW KITUWAH ACADEMY Cherokee, NC 6.1
THE NEW CLASSICAL ACADEMY Asheville, NC 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carolina Christian Academy

What grades does Carolina Christian Academy serve?

Carolina Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Carolina Christian Academy?

Carolina Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carolina Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Carolina Christian Academy is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Carolina Christian Academy rank in NC?

Carolina Christian Academy ranks #261 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Carolina Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Carolina Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Carolina Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Carolina Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination 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 Christian Academy a religious school?

Carolina Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
55
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Clay County

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