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#291 of 404 private schools in NC

Freedom Christian Academy

School

3130 GILLESPIE ST, Fayetteville, NC 28306

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

540

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

540

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#291 of 404

In Fayetteville

#15 of 15

public schools

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About Freedom Christian Academy

Freedom Christian Academy is a private school in Fayetteville, NC. Freedom Christian Academy serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Freedom Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #291 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.6 pts below NC schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Freedom 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.

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How Freedom Christian Academy compares to 68 public schools serving similar grades in Fayetteville, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.9:1

This School

14.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

540

This School

585

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.2% vs 0%

Black 16.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.9% vs 0%

Freedom Christian Academy Fayetteville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Freedom Christian Academy (this school)	—	540	13.9:1	5.6
Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary	1.1 mi	591	14.1:1	5.9
Cumberland Road Elementary	1.9 mi	357	15.5:1	5.1
Howard Learning Academy	2.5 mi	12	0.8:1	—
Massey Hill Classical High	2.6 mi	295	14.8:1	8.6
Mary McArthur Elementary	3.0 mi	424	12.5:1	6.0
Ashley Elementary	3.1 mi	172	10.8:1	5.3
Glendale Acres Elementary	3.2 mi	231	12.8:1	7.0
Walker-Spivey Elementary	3.6 mi	316	15:1	2.8
Douglas Byrd High	3.6 mi	1,002	15.4:1	4.0
Cumberland Mills Elementary	3.7 mi	551	16.2:1	5.3
Sherwood Park Elementary	3.7 mi	327	11.7:1	7.5
Douglas Byrd Middle	3.7 mi	902	15.8:1	3.6
R Max Abbott Middle	4.1 mi	726	16.5:1	4.7
J W Coon Elementary	4.2 mi	207	10.9:1	6.2
The Capitol Encore Academy	4.3 mi	832	15.4:1	5.6
William H Owen Elementary	4.4 mi	408	12:1	5.9
Vanstory Hills Elementary	4.6 mi	480	14.5:1	6.7
Alma O Easom Elementary	4.6 mi	267	14.1:1	6.4
John R Griffin Middle	4.9 mi	1,057	16.8:1	6.5
Terry Sanford High	5.0 mi	1,213	19.3:1	5.5

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

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

C 3.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.9:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.8 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,218

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 52%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.3 / 10

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Enrollment 540

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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 62.2%

Black 16.9%

Hispanic 10.2%

Native American 6.3%

Two or More 2.2%

Asian 1.9%

Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3130 GILLESPIE ST, Fayetteville, NC 28306

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Freedom Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. FLAMING SWORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hope Mills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREATER FAYETTEVILLE ADVENTIST (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
FLAMING SWORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hope Mills	1.0 mi	88	7.9
Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary Fayetteville	1.1 mi	591	5.9
GREATER FAYETTEVILLE ADVENTIST Fayetteville	1.8 mi	81	6.5
South View High Hope Mills	1.7 mi	1,451	5.0
Cumberland Road Elementary Fayetteville	1.9 mi	357	5.1
South View Middle Hope Mills	1.7 mi	626	4.6
Ed V Baldwin Elementary Hope Mills	2.0 mi	606	3.2
Howard Learning Academy Fayetteville	2.5 mi	12	—
Massey Hill Classical High Fayetteville	2.6 mi	295	8.6
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fayetteville	3.0 mi	194	6.9
Ashley Elementary Fayetteville	3.1 mi	172	5.3
Hope Mills Middle Hope Mills	2.8 mi	491	4.8
Glendale Acres Elementary Fayetteville	3.2 mi	231	7.0
Mary McArthur Elementary Fayetteville	3.0 mi	424	6.0
Walker-Spivey Elementary Fayetteville	3.6 mi	316	2.8
Rockfish Elementary Hope Mills	3.4 mi	669	5.6
Douglas Byrd High Fayetteville	3.6 mi	1,002	4.0
Douglas Byrd Middle Fayetteville	3.7 mi	902	3.6
R Max Abbott Middle Fayetteville	4.1 mi	726	4.7
Sherwood Park Elementary Fayetteville	3.7 mi	327	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,175

Median Home Value

$218,900

Median Rent

$1,115/mo

Population

44,098

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

34.2

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FernLeaf Fletcher, NC	666	5.6
The Hawbridge School Saxapahaw, NC	601	5.6
HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point, NC	631	5.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Freedom Christian Academy

What grades does Freedom Christian Academy serve?

Freedom Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Freedom Christian Academy?

Freedom Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Christian Academy is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Freedom Christian Academy rank in NC?

Freedom Christian Academy ranks #291 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Freedom Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Freedom Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Freedom Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Freedom Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Freedom Christian Academy a religious school?

Freedom Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 34 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 540
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 39
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Other Religious
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Cumberland County
Phone: (910) 485-7777

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