Very Good
#67 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 16% of private schools
Combine Academy
High School
270 CAR FARM RD, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#67 of 404
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About Combine Academy
Combine Academy is a private high school in Lincolnton, NC. Combine Academy serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Combine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 99 students, Combine 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.
Combine 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 Combine Academy compares to the 13 public schools in Lincolnton, NC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lincolnton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Combine Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| Lincolnton Middle | 4.8 |
| Asbury Academy | — |
| GE Massey Elementary | 7.0 |
| Lincolnton High | 6.4 |
| Battleground Elementary | 7.2 |
| S Ray Lowder Elementary | 5.3 |
| Pumpkin Center Primary | 7.7 |
| Pumpkin Center Intermediate | 4.9 |
| North Lincoln High | 7.1 |
| Love Memorial Elementary | 3.9 |
| Childers Elementary | 4.9 |
| West Lincoln Middle | 6.4 |
| West Lincoln High | 7.3 |
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
270 CAR FARM RD, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Combine Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Lincoln High (rated 7.1/10, 5.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lincolnton High (rated 6.4/10, 4.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Maiden High (rated 4.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Maiden), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lincolnton, see our Lincolnton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincolnton Middle Lincolnton | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Asbury Academy Lincolnton | 3.3 mi | — |
| GE Massey Elementary Lincolnton | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Maiden Elementary Maiden | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Maiden High Maiden | 3.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Maiden Middle School Maiden | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincolnton High Lincolnton | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Battleground Elementary Lincolnton | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| S Ray Lowder Elementary Lincolnton | 4.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Pumpkin Center Primary Lincolnton | 4.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Pumpkin Center Intermediate Lincolnton | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Iron Station Elementary Iron Station | 5.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Charles H Tuttle Elementary Maiden | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Love Memorial Elementary Lincolnton | 6.2 mi | 3.9 |
| North Lincoln High Lincolnton | 5.5 mi | 7.1 |
| North Lincoln Middle Denver | 5.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Childers Elementary Lincolnton | 6.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Startown Elementary Newton | 8.4 mi | 7.2 |
| South Newton Elementary Newton | 9.0 mi | 7.1 |
| East Lincoln Middle Iron Station | 7.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,625
Median Home Value
$220,700
Median Rent
$937/mo
Population
40,224
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
43.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Middle College of Forsyth Cnty Winston-Salem, NC | 7.6 |
| Performance Learning Center Concord, NC | 7.7 |
| Mayland Early College Spruce Pine, NC | 7.8 |
| Tar River Academy Rocky Mount, NC | 7.2 |
| Career Academy and Technical School Troutman, NC | 7.1 |
| Chatham Early College Siler City, NC | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Combine Academy
What grades does Combine Academy serve?
Combine Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Combine Academy?
Combine Academy has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Combine Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Combine Academy is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Combine Academy rank in NC?
Combine Academy ranks #67 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Combine Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Combine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Combine Academy a private school?
Yes, Combine Academy is a private all-boys 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 Combine Academy a religious school?
No, Combine Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 99
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Phone
- (863) 557-4027
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