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#192 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 47% of private schools
Denver Christian Academy
School
2243 N BUSINESS HWY # 16, Denver, NC 28037
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#192 of 404
In Denver
#1 of 2
public schools
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Denver Christian Academy
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About Denver Christian Academy
Denver Christian Academy is a private school in Denver, NC. Denver Christian Academy serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Denver Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Denver 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Denver Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Denver 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 Denver Christian Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Denver, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Denver Christian Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| Lincoln Charter School | 6.9 |
| West Lake Preparatory Academy | 6.6 |
| St James Elementary | 6.8 |
| Rock Springs Elementary | 8.3 |
| Catawba Springs Elementary | 8.1 |
| East Lincoln High | 7.3 |
| North Lincoln Middle | 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
2243 N BUSINESS HWY # 16, Denver, NC 28037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Denver Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SOUTHLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Huntersville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln Charter School (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STARBOARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Lincoln Charter School Denver | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| West Lake Preparatory Academy Denver | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| St James Elementary Denver | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Rock Springs Elementary Denver | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Catawba Springs Elementary Denver | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| East Lincoln High Denver | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTHLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntersville | 6.2 mi | 7.4 |
| East Lincoln Middle Iron Station | 5.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodland Heights Elementary Mooresville | 6.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Woodland Heights Middle Mooresville | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT LAKE NORMAN Huntersville | 7.1 mi | — |
| Sherrills Ford Elementary Sherrills Ford | 8.3 mi | 7.9 |
| North Lincoln Middle Denver | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| North Lincoln High Lincolnton | 7.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Barnette Elementary Huntersville | 8.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Francis Bradley Middle Huntersville | 8.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Lake Norman Elementary Mooresville | 7.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Pumpkin Center Intermediate Lincolnton | 7.7 mi | 4.9 |
| J.V. Washam Elementary Cornelius | 7.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,779
Median Home Value
$455,700
Median Rent
$1,126/mo
Population
27,128
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
45
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREATER FAYETTEVILLE ADVENTIST Fayetteville, NC | 6.5 |
| North Shelby Shelby, NC | 6.5 |
| BAL-PERAZIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville, NC | 6.3 |
| CAROLINA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Locust, NC | 6.3 |
| ALC MOSAIC (MOSAIC SCHOOL) Charlotte, NC | 6.6 |
| Cabarrus County Schools Virtual Academy Concord, NC | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Denver Christian Academy
What grades does Denver Christian Academy serve?
Denver Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend Denver Christian Academy?
Denver Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Denver Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Denver Christian Academy is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Denver Christian Academy rank in NC?
Denver Christian Academy ranks #192 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Denver Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Denver Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Denver Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Denver 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 Denver Christian Academy a religious school?
Denver Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lincoln County
- Phone
- (704) 483-2207
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