Excellent
#10 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 2% of private schools
Cresset Christian Academy
School
3707 GARRETT RD, Durham, NC 27707
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#10 of 404
In Durham
#1 of 19
public schools
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About Cresset Christian Academy
Cresset Christian Academy is a private school in Durham, NC. Cresset Christian Academy serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cresset Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 146 students, Cresset 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Cresset Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cresset 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
BetaHow Cresset Christian Academy compares to 68 public schools serving similar grades in Durham, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cresset Christian Academy (this school) | 8.4 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art | 4.5 |
| Forest View Elementary | 5.8 |
| Sherwood Githens Middle | 7.3 |
| Hope Valley Elementary | 6.5 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle | 8.7 |
| Lakewood Elementary | 6.0 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle | 9.6 |
| Ignite Online Academy | 4.9 |
| Creekside Elementary | 4.4 |
| Morehead Montessori | 8.8 |
| C E Jordan High | 5.0 |
| Durham Charter School | 7.1 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary | 4.9 |
| W G Pearson Elementary | 7.2 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary | 5.6 |
| E K Powe Elementary | 7.9 |
| J D Clement Early College HS | 7.5 |
| Southwest Elementary | 8.3 |
| Hillside High | 5.5 |
| James E Shepard Middle | 7.6 |
Showing 20 of 68 schools. View all schools in Durham
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
3707 GARRETT RD, Durham, NC 27707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cresset Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HILL LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is DURHAM ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, TRINITY SCHOOL OF DURHAM & CHAPEL HILL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILL LEARNING CENTER Durham | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY Durham | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art Durham | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| LERNER JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Durham | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL OF DURHAM & CHAPEL HILL Durham | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| HOPE CREEK ACADEMY Durham | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| HOPE CREEK ACADEMY Durham | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Forest View Elementary Durham | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| DUKE SCHOOL Durham | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL DIV Durham | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Sherwood Githens Middle Durham | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durham | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| FIVE OAKS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Durham | 2.2 mi | — |
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Lakewood Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle Durham | 2.6 mi | 9.6 |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham | 2.8 mi | — |
| Creekside Elementary Durham | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,432
Median Home Value
$371,500
Median Rent
$1,364/mo
Population
50,865
College Educated
56.9%
Homeownership
47.2%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRTISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTE Charlotte, NC | 8.4 |
| FALCON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Falcon, NC | 8.4 |
| NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI CENTER Holly Springs, NC | 8.4 |
| RENAISSANCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville, NC | 8.5 |
| SHINING LIGHT ACADEMY Greensboro, NC | 8.6 |
| GRACE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Jacksonville, NC | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cresset Christian Academy
What grades does Cresset Christian Academy serve?
Cresset Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Cresset Christian Academy?
Cresset Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cresset Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cresset Christian Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cresset Christian Academy rank in NC?
Cresset Christian Academy ranks #10 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Cresset Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cresset Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cresset Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Cresset 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 Cresset Christian Academy a religious school?
Cresset Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 146
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 354-8000
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