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#345 of 404 private schools in NC

Fellowship Christian Academy

Elementary School

1305 HULSEY RD, Carthage, NC 28327

Private

Enrollment

72

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#345 of 404

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Fellowship Christian Academy

5.1/10

Elementary School in Carthage · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Fellowship Christian Academy

Fellowship Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Carthage, NC. Fellowship Christian Academy serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fellowship Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #345 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.3 pts below NC schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, Fellowship 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.

Fellowship 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.

Fellowship Christian Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Fellowship Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Carthage, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
This School
vs
13.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
72
This School
vs
327
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 97.2% vs 0%
Fellowship Christian Academy Carthage Public Avg

All Schools in Carthage

School Rating
Fellowship Christian Academy (this school) 5.1
Carthage Elementary 7.9
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary 7.1
The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney 4.9
Crain's Creek Middle 6.3

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- 5.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 3%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Enrollment 72
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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 97.2%
Native American 1.4%
Two or More 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1305 HULSEY RD, Carthage, NC 28327

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fellowship Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McDeeds Creek Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Southern Pines), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pinehurst Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Pinehurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carthage Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carthage, see our Carthage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi
School Distance Rating
New Century Middle Cameron 0.2 mi 7.1
Union Pines High Cameron 0.5 mi 7.1
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary Carthage 3.8 mi 7.1
Carthage Elementary Carthage 3.8 mi 7.9
The Community Learning Center @ Pinckney Carthage 4.3 mi 4.9
Crain's Creek Middle Carthage 5.2 mi 6.3
SANDHILLS CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whispering Pines 5.7 mi 7.0
Cameron Elementary Cameron 5.0 mi 6.1
Vass-Lakeview Elementary Vass 6.0 mi 7.8
FATHER CAPODANNO SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Vass 6.4 mi 7.0
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southern Pines 7.5 mi 6.6
STARS Charter Vass 7.6 mi 7.9
McDeeds Creek Elementary Southern Pines 7.6 mi 9.0
THE O'NEAL SCHOOL Southern Pines 7.4 mi 7.1
Southern Pines Elementary Southern Pines 10.4 mi 6.5
Moore Montessori Community School Southern Pines 10.6 mi 7.4
EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Southern Pines 10.7 mi 6.1
Pinecrest High Southern Pines 10.4 mi 6.9
Pinehurst Elementary Pinehurst 10.4 mi 8.5
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford 10.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,850

Median Home Value

$299,500

Median Rent

$1,362/mo

Population

18,984

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fellowship Christian Academy

What grades does Fellowship Christian Academy serve?

Fellowship Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Fellowship Christian Academy?

Fellowship Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fellowship Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Fellowship Christian Academy is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Fellowship Christian Academy rank in NC?

Fellowship Christian Academy ranks #345 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Fellowship Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Fellowship Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Fellowship Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Fellowship 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 Fellowship Christian Academy a religious school?

Fellowship Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
72
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Moore County

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