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#333 of 404 private schools in NC

Emma Lee Broady Academy

High School

5531 FANCY LOOP RD, Graham, NC 27253

Private

Enrollment

163

Student-Teacher

54.3:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#333 of 404

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Emma Lee Broady Academy

5.2/10

High School in Graham · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Emma Lee Broady Academy

Emma Lee Broady Academy is a private high school in Graham, NC. Emma Lee Broady Academy serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 54.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Emma Lee Broady Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #333 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.2 pts below NC schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 163 students, Emma Lee Broady 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.

Emma Lee Broady Academy runs 54.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Emma Lee Broady 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

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How Emma Lee Broady Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Graham, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
54.3:1
This School
vs
16.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
163
This School
vs
612
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
4.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 62.6% vs 0%
Black 32.5% vs 0%
White 3.7% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Emma Lee Broady Academy Graham Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Emma Lee Broady Academy (this school) 5.2
Southern Alamance High 5.5
Southern Alamance Middle 3.6
River Mill Academy 6.9
ABSS Early College at ACC 7.2
Ray Street Academy 5.1
Graham Middle 2.0
Graham High 2.8

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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)
D 1.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 54.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,210
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 50%
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
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Enrollment 163
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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)

Hispanic 62.6%
Black 32.5%
White 3.7%
Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5531 FANCY LOOP RD, Graham, NC 27253

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emma Lee Broady Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ABSS Early College at ACC (rated 7.2/10, 7.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southern Alamance High (rated 5.5/10, 5.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ray Street Academy (rated 5.1/10, 8.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Graham, see our Graham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.6 mi
School Distance Rating
The Hawbridge School Saxapahaw 1.0 mi 5.6
B. Everett Jordan Elementary Graham 1.5 mi 3.4
BIBLE WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Graham 2.9 mi
Alexander Wilson Elementary Graham 4.9 mi 4.7
Southern Alamance High Graham 5.5 mi 5.5
Southern Alamance Middle Graham 5.7 mi 3.6
Hawfields Middle Mebane 7.0 mi 7.0
Audrey W. Garrett Elementary Mebane 7.0 mi 6.9
River Mill Academy Graham 7.0 mi 6.9
ABSS Early College at ACC Graham 7.5 mi 7.2
South Graham Elementary Graham 7.5 mi 5.0
Alamance Community School Haw River 8.0 mi 6.8
Ray Street Academy Graham 8.1 mi 5.1
North Graham Elementary Graham 8.5 mi 2.5
Graham Middle Graham 8.4 mi 2.0
Graham High Graham 8.6 mi 2.8
BRADFORD ACADEMY Mebane 8.8 mi 5.1
South Mebane Elementary Mebane 9.2 mi 4.5
Haw River Elementary Haw River 9.3 mi 4.5
Sylvan Elementary Snow Camp 8.6 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,020

Median Home Value

$212,300

Median Rent

$975/mo

Population

32,688

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

38.9

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AdVance Academy Henderson, NC 5.2
Charlotte Teacher Early College Charlotte, NC 5.1
Ashe County Early College High West Jefferson, NC 5.5
Hallyburton Academy Drexel, NC 5.5
Turning Point Academy Charlotte, NC 4.9
Alger B. Wilkins High School Fayetteville, NC 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emma Lee Broady Academy

What grades does Emma Lee Broady Academy serve?

Emma Lee Broady Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Emma Lee Broady Academy?

Emma Lee Broady Academy has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emma Lee Broady Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Emma Lee Broady Academy is 54.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Emma Lee Broady Academy rank in NC?

Emma Lee Broady Academy ranks #333 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Emma Lee Broady Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Emma Lee Broady Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Emma Lee Broady Academy a private school?

Yes, Emma Lee Broady Academy 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 Emma Lee Broady Academy a religious school?

No, Emma Lee Broady Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
163
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
54.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
220 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Alamance County

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