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#229 of 404 private schools in NC

Community Christian School

School

5160 PACKHOUSE RD, Wilson, NC 27896

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 21 schools in Wilson. Learn more

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Wilson

#2 of 3

public schools

North Carolina schools

#140 of 238

About Community Christian School

Community Christian School serves 378 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in Wilson, North Carolina. With 31 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more personalized attention in smaller class settings. The school earns a solid 8.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, though it ranks #301 out of 404 schools statewide, placing it in the 26th percentile among North Carolina schools.

This suggests the school is focusing on student development while working to strengthen its academic standing within the state's educational landscape. Located at 5160 Packhouse Road, Community Christian School sits in the 27896 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $64,320 and the median home value is $185,700. The surrounding community shows stability with a relatively low poverty rate of 9.5% and a college education rate of 33% among residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The school operates as a regular public school in Wilson, a town positioned on the fringe of an urban area. This setting provides students with access to both small-town community values and the broader resources that come with proximity to larger metropolitan areas.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Community Christian School 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.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$6,232
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$7,300
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.17x — Strong
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
96%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$2.9M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 378 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Community Christian School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Wilson, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
378
This School
vs
484
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.6% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 0.8% vs 0%
Community Christian School Wilson Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Community Christian School (this school) 6.1
New Hope Elementary 8.5
Wilson Preparatory Academy 5.4
Forest Hills Middle 6.1
Fike High 5.4
Wells Elementary 8.2
Frederick Douglass Elementary 8.4
John W Jones Elementary 7.5
James Hunt High 3.7
Vinson-Bynum Elementary 7.9
Margaret Hearne Elementary 7.5
Wilson Academy of Virtual Education 3.8
Wilson Early College Academy 7.1
Sallie B Howard School 6.6
Eastern NC School for the Deaf 6.7
Wilson Academy of Applied Technology 7.8
Vick Elementary 6.6
Milton M Daniels Learning Center 6.7
Charles H Darden Middle 4.8
B O Barnes Elementary 8.8
Rock Ridge Elementary 8.1

Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Wilson

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 378
View data sources

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 84.9%
Hispanic 5.6%
Black 5.3%
Two or More 3.4%
Asian 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5160 PACKHOUSE RD, Wilson, NC 27896

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Community Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GREAT ACCOMPLISHMENTS ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Milton M Daniels Learning Center (rated 6.7/10, 5.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eastern NC School for the Deaf (rated 6.7/10, 5.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wilson, see our Wilson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
New Hope Elementary Wilson 0.8 mi 8.5
BUILDING BLOCKS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilson 1.8 mi
Forest Hills Middle Wilson 3.1 mi 6.1
WILSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilson 3.4 mi 5.2
Wilson Preparatory Academy Wilson 2.9 mi 5.4
Fike High Wilson 3.3 mi 5.4
John W Jones Elementary Wilson 4.2 mi 7.5
Wells Elementary Wilson 3.9 mi 8.2
GREAT ACCOMPLISHMENTS ACADEMY Wilson 4.4 mi 6.8
Frederick Douglass Elementary Wilson 4.2 mi 8.4
James Hunt High Wilson 4.6 mi 3.7
Vinson-Bynum Elementary Wilson 4.6 mi 7.9
Margaret Hearne Elementary Wilson 4.8 mi 7.5
Wilson Academy of Virtual Education Wilson 5.1 mi 3.8
Wilson Early College Academy Wilson 5.4 mi 7.1
Sallie B Howard School Wilson 5.5 mi 6.6
Milton M Daniels Learning Center Wilson 5.9 mi 6.7
Eastern NC School for the Deaf Wilson 5.8 mi 6.7
Vick Elementary Wilson 5.9 mi 6.6
Wilson Academy of Applied Technology Wilson 5.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27896 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,893

Median Home Value

$213,600

Median Rent

$1,093/mo

Population

18,808

College Educated

33.8%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

44

Community Profile

The community surrounding Community Christian School has a median household income of $67,893. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $213,600, with a median rent of $1,093/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CHRIST COVENANT SCHOOL Winterville, NC 6.0
Hobgood Charter School Hobgood, NC 6.0
GOSPEL LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem, NC 6.2
MINTZ CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Roseboro, NC 6.2
VILLAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville, NC 6.2
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kinston, NC 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Community Christian School

What grades does Community Christian School serve?

Community Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Community Christian School?

Community Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Community Christian School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Community Christian School rank in NC?

Community Christian School is ranked #229 out of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Community Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Community Christian School has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Community Christian School a private school?

Yes, Community Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Community Christian School a religious school?

Community Christian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,011/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Wilson). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
378
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
WILSON
Data Year
2022–2023

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