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#173 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 43% of private schools
Cary Academy
High School
1500 N HARRISON AVE, Cary, NC 27513
Enrollment
784
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
784
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#173 of 404
In Cary
#4 of 6
public schools
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Cary Academy
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About Cary Academy
Cary Academy is a private high school in Cary, NC. Cary Academy serves approximately 784 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Cary Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cary 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
BetaHow Cary Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Cary, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cary Academy (this school) | 6.6 |
| Reedy Creek Middle | 7.1 |
| Cardinal Charter Academy | 7.0 |
| West Cary Middle | 7.5 |
| East Cary Middle | 7.1 |
| Cary High | 6.9 |
| Connections Academy | — |
| Wake STEM Early College High School | 7.6 |
| Crossroads FLEX | 7.8 |
| SCORE Academy | 4.3 |
| Davis Drive Middle | 8.7 |
| Green Hope High | 8.0 |
| Triangle Math and Science Academy | 7.9 |
| Panther Creek High | 7.8 |
| Mills Park Middle | 8.6 |
| Alston Ridge Middle | 8.2 |
| Green Level High | 6.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1500 N HARRISON AVE, Cary, NC 27513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cary Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cary High (rated 6.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ACCELERATOR SCHOOL LLC (rated 6.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cary, see our Cary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Reedy Creek Middle Cary | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Reedy Creek Elementary Cary | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Cardinal Charter Academy Cary | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| LUCY DANIELS SCHOOL Cary | 1.6 mi | — |
| Kingswood Elementary Cary | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| TRIANGLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cary | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| West Cary Middle Cary | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Northwoods Elementary Cary | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Cary Elementary Cary | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| East Cary Middle Cary | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Adams Elementary Cary | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Cary High Cary | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Weatherstone Elementary Cary | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ACCELERATOR SCHOOL LLC Morrisville | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Briarcliff Elementary Cary | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| SCHOLARS ACADEMY GIFTED AND ARTISTICALLY ELITE Cary | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| TRUE ABALITIES LRNG. ACADEMY LLC Cary | 3.8 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 3.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,458
Median Home Value
$468,300
Median Rent
$1,491/mo
Population
47,444
College Educated
67.9%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Davidson High Lexington, NC | 6.5 |
| Forest Hills High Marshville, NC | 6.5 |
| John A Holmes High Edenton, NC | 6.5 |
| Mount Pleasant High Mount Pleasant, NC | 6.5 |
| Nash Central High Rocky Mount, NC | 6.5 |
| North Johnston High Kenly, NC | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cary Academy
What grades does Cary Academy serve?
Cary Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Cary Academy?
Cary Academy has an enrollment of approximately 784 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cary Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cary Academy is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cary Academy rank in NC?
Cary Academy ranks #173 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Cary Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cary Academy a private school?
Yes, Cary Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cary Academy a religious school?
No, Cary Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 784
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 677-3873
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