Very Good
#32 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 8% of private schools
Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary
Elementary School
130 TOWNE VILLAGE DR, Cary, NC 27513
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#32 of 404
In Cary
#1 of 6
public schools
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Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary
Elementary School in Cary · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Knowledge Beginnings School
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Davis Drive Elementary
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About Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary
Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary is a private elementary school in Cary, NC. Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary serves approximately 153 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 153 students, Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary 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 Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Cary, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary (this school) | 7.9 |
| Davis Drive Elementary | 8.9 |
| Davis Drive Middle | 8.7 |
| Weatherstone Elementary | 7.9 |
| Green Hope Elementary | 9.0 |
| Turner Creek Elementary | 6.9 |
| Carpenter Elementary | 7.7 |
| West Cary Middle | 7.5 |
| Highcroft Elementary | 9.0 |
| Northwoods Elementary | 7.8 |
| Briarcliff Elementary | 6.2 |
| Cary Elementary | 7.1 |
| Kingswood Elementary | 7.0 |
| Cardinal Charter Academy | 7.0 |
| Mills Park Elementary | 9.1 |
| Mills Park Middle | 8.6 |
| Triangle Math and Science Academy | 7.9 |
| Farmington Woods Elementary | 8.4 |
| East Cary Middle | 7.1 |
| Adams Elementary | 5.1 |
| Reedy Creek Middle | 7.1 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Cary
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
130 TOWNE VILLAGE DR, Cary, NC 27513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Hope Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Davis Drive Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Morrisville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cary, see our Cary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS SCHOOL Cary | 0.6 mi | — |
| Davis Drive Elementary Cary | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Davis Drive Middle Cary | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cary | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| SCHOLARS ACADEMY GIFTED AND ARTISTICALLY ELITE Cary | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| GROVE SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 1.6 mi | — |
| PEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Apex | 1.8 mi | — |
| Salem Middle Apex | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Laurel Park Elementary Apex | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Weatherstone Elementary Cary | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Morrisville Elementary Morrisville | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Green Hope Elementary Cary | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Salem Elementary Apex | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Green Hope High Cary | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Turner Creek Elementary Cary | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Apex High Apex | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| DISCOVERY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER LLC Morrisville | 2.8 mi | — |
| Carpenter Elementary Cary | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| THALES ACADEMY APEX K-5 Apex | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Peak Charter Academy Apex | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ASHEVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Asheville, NC | 7.9 |
| Brier Creek Elementary Thomasville, NC | 7.9 |
| Global Scholars Academy Durham, NC | 7.9 |
| Ansonville Elementary Wadesboro, NC | 8.0 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh, NC | 8.0 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hendersonville, NC | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary
What grades does Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary serve?
Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary?
Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 153 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary rank in NC?
Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary ranks #32 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary a private school?
Yes, Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary 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 Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary a religious school?
No, Chesterbrook Academy-preschool and Elementary is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 153
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 319-9622
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