Excellent
#23 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 5% of private schools
Fayetteville Academy
School
3200 CLIFFDALE RD, Fayetteville, NC 28303
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#23 of 404
In Fayetteville
#2 of 15
public schools
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Fayetteville Academy
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About Fayetteville Academy
Fayetteville Academy is a private school in Fayetteville, NC. Fayetteville Academy serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fayetteville Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Fayetteville Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville Academy compares to 68 public schools serving similar grades in Fayetteville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fayetteville Academy (this school) | 8.0 |
| Vanstory Hills Elementary | 6.7 |
| Cumberland Polytechnic | 8.1 |
| R Max Abbott Middle | 4.7 |
| Montclair Elementary | 4.9 |
| Terry Sanford High | 5.5 |
| Alger B. Wilkins High School | 4.8 |
| William H Owen Elementary | 5.9 |
| Alma O Easom Elementary | 6.4 |
| Anne Chesnutt Middle | 5.4 |
| Glendale Acres Elementary | 7.0 |
| Douglas Byrd Middle | 3.6 |
| Margaret Willis Elementary | 4.1 |
| Douglas Byrd High | 4.0 |
| Lewis Chapel Middle | 4.7 |
| J W Coon Elementary | 6.2 |
| Ashley Elementary | 5.3 |
| Mary McArthur Elementary | 6.0 |
| Cumberland International Early College | 8.4 |
| Ferguson-Easley Elementary | 3.1 |
| Morganton Road Elementary | 5.1 |
Showing 20 of 68 schools. View all schools in Fayetteville
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
3200 CLIFFDALE RD, Fayetteville, NC 28303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fayetteville Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is BAL-PERAZIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, VILLAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VILLAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Vanstory Hills Elementary Fayetteville | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Cumberland Polytechnic Fayetteville | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| R Max Abbott Middle Fayetteville | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Montclair Elementary Fayetteville | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Alger B. Wilkins High School Fayetteville | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| William H Owen Elementary Fayetteville | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Terry Sanford High Fayetteville | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Douglas Byrd Middle Fayetteville | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Glendale Acres Elementary Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Douglas Byrd High Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Alma O Easom Elementary Fayetteville | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| BAL-PERAZIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Anne Chesnutt Middle Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| J W Coon Elementary Fayetteville | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Mary McArthur Elementary Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Margaret Willis Elementary Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Lewis Chapel Middle Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,261
Median Home Value
$174,900
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
Population
30,220
College Educated
29.6%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arapahoe Charter School Arapahoe, NC | 8.0 |
| THE BURLINGTON SCHOOL Burlington, NC | 7.9 |
| GASTON DAY SCHOOL Gastonia, NC | 7.8 |
| THE OAKWOOD SCHOOL Greenville, NC | 7.8 |
| CAROLINA FRIENDS SCHOOL Durham, NC | 7.7 |
| NEW GARDEN FRIENDS SCHOOL Greensboro, NC | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fayetteville Academy
What grades does Fayetteville Academy serve?
Fayetteville Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Fayetteville Academy?
Fayetteville Academy has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fayetteville Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Fayetteville Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Fayetteville Academy rank in NC?
Fayetteville Academy ranks #23 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Fayetteville Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Fayetteville Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fayetteville Academy a private school?
Yes, Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville Academy a religious school?
No, Fayetteville Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (910) 868-5131
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