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#226 of 404 private schools in NC

Episcopal Day School

Elementary School

340 E MASSACHUSETTS AVE, Southern Pines, NC 28387

Private

Enrollment

149

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#226 of 404

In Southern Pines

#3 of 3

public schools

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Episcopal Day School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Southern Pines · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Moore Montessori Community School

7.4/10

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6.5/10

1.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Episcopal Day School

Episcopal Day School is a private elementary school in Southern Pines, NC. Episcopal Day School serves approximately 149 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Episcopal Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it comparesOn par with NC schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 149 students, Episcopal Day School 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.

Episcopal Day School 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 Episcopal Day School compares to the 4 public schools in Southern Pines, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
This School
vs
18.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
149
This School
vs
949
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89.3% vs 0%
Black 3.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 2% vs 0%
Asian 2% vs 0%
Episcopal Day School Southern Pines Public Avg

All Schools in Southern Pines

School Rating
Episcopal Day School (this school) 6.1
Moore Montessori Community School 7.4
Southern Pines Elementary 6.5
Pinecrest High 6.9
McDeeds Creek Elementary 9.0

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)
B 5.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 19%
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 149
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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)

White 89.3%
Black 3.4%
Hispanic 2.0%
Asian 2.0%
Two or More 2.0%
Native American 0.7%
Pacific Islander 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

340 E MASSACHUSETTS AVE, Southern Pines, NC 28387

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Episcopal Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McDeeds Creek Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pinehurst Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Pinehurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Academy of Moore County (rated 8.1/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southern Pines, see our Southern Pines schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Moore Montessori Community School Southern Pines 0.1 mi 7.4
Southern Pines Elementary Southern Pines 1.5 mi 6.5
Southern Middle Aberdeen 2.1 mi 6.6
Pinecrest High Southern Pines 2.6 mi 6.9
McDeeds Creek Elementary Southern Pines 3.2 mi 9.0
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southern Pines 3.2 mi 6.6
THE O'NEAL SCHOOL Southern Pines 3.9 mi 7.1
Aberdeen Elementary Aberdeen 4.2 mi 6.3
STARS Charter Vass 4.6 mi 7.9
Pinehurst Elementary Pinehurst 4.6 mi 8.5
SANDHILLS CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whispering Pines 5.6 mi 7.0
The Academy of Moore County Aberdeen 5.5 mi 8.1
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary Carthage 7.3 mi 7.1
FATHER CAPODANNO SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Vass 7.0 mi 7.0
Vass-Lakeview Elementary Vass 8.0 mi 7.8
West Pine Elementary West End 8.7 mi 7.0
Connect Academy West End 8.7 mi
West Pine Middle West End 8.6 mi 7.1
Crain's Creek Middle Carthage 9.4 mi 6.3
Union Pines High Cameron 10.6 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,587

Median Home Value

$366,600

Median Rent

$1,137/mo

Population

15,643

College Educated

52.6%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Episcopal Day School

What grades does Episcopal Day School serve?

Episcopal Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Episcopal Day School?

Episcopal Day School has an enrollment of approximately 149 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Episcopal Day School?

The student-teacher ratio at Episcopal Day School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Episcopal Day School rank in NC?

Episcopal Day School ranks #226 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Episcopal Day School's MySchoolScout rating?

Episcopal Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Episcopal Day School a private school?

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

Is Episcopal Day School a religious school?

Episcopal Day School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
149
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Moore County

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