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#248 of 404 private schools in NC
First Impressions Academy
Elementary School
6965 NEXUS CT, Fayetteville, NC 28304
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#248 of 404
In Fayetteville
#12 of 15
public schools
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First Impressions Academy
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About First Impressions Academy
First Impressions Academy is a private elementary school in Fayetteville, NC. First Impressions Academy serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. First Impressions Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
First Impressions 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 First Impressions Academy compares to 54 public schools serving similar grades in Fayetteville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Impressions Academy (this school) | 6.0 |
| Loyd E Auman Elementary | 4.9 |
| Seventy-First Classical Middle | 8.1 |
| Brentwood Elementary | 6.2 |
| Cliffdale Elementary | 3.5 |
| E E Miller Elementary | 6.9 |
| New Century International Middle | 8.3 |
| Lewis Chapel Middle | 4.7 |
| New Century International Elementary | 6.6 |
| Anne Chesnutt Middle | 5.4 |
| E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary | 6.8 |
| John R Griffin Middle | 6.5 |
| Bill Hefner Elementary | 3.7 |
| Alpha Academy | 5.4 |
| J W Coon Elementary | 6.2 |
| Sherwood Park Elementary | 7.5 |
| Montclair Elementary | 4.9 |
| William H Owen Elementary | 5.9 |
| Cumberland Mills Elementary | 5.3 |
| Morganton Road Elementary | 5.1 |
| Westover Middle | 5.1 |
Showing 20 of 54 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.
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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
6965 NEXUS CT, Fayetteville, NC 28304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Impressions Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherwood Park Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is E E Miller Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Loyd E Auman Elementary Fayetteville | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BIRDS NEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fayetteville | 0.2 mi | — |
| Seventy-First Classical Middle Fayetteville | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Seventy-First High Fayetteville | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| RENAISSANCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Brentwood Elementary Fayetteville | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Cliffdale Elementary Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| New Century International Middle Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| E E Miller Elementary Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| New Century International Elementary Fayetteville | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Lewis Chapel Middle Fayetteville | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| John R Griffin Middle Fayetteville | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Anne Chesnutt Middle Fayetteville | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Bill Hefner Elementary Fayetteville | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Morganton Road Elementary Fayetteville | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Alpha Academy Fayetteville | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| J W Coon Elementary Fayetteville | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BRIGHT YOUNG MINDS UNIVERSITY Fayetteville | 3.6 mi | — |
| Sherwood Park Elementary Fayetteville | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,867
Median Home Value
$154,300
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
36,634
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coker-Wimberly Elementary Battleboro, NC | 6.0 |
| Francine Delany New School Asheville, NC | 6.0 |
| Green Valley Elementary Boone, NC | 6.0 |
| J W McLauchlin Elementary Raeford, NC | 6.0 |
| James Y Joyner Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Winston-Salem, NC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Impressions Academy
What grades does First Impressions Academy serve?
First Impressions Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend First Impressions Academy?
First Impressions Academy has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Impressions Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at First Impressions Academy is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Impressions Academy rank in NC?
First Impressions Academy ranks #248 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is First Impressions Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
First Impressions Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Impressions Academy a private school?
Yes, First Impressions 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 First Impressions Academy a religious school?
No, First Impressions Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (910) 339-0524
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