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#170 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 42% of private schools
Grace Classical School
School
903 HENDERSON DR, Jacksonville, NC 28546
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#170 of 404
In Jacksonville
#5 of 9
public schools
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About Grace Classical School
Grace Classical School is a private school in Jacksonville, NC. Grace Classical School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Classical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Grace Classical 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.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Grace Classical School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grace Classical 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
BetaHow Grace Classical School compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Classical School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Northwoods Elementary | 7.1 |
| Jacksonville High | 6.3 |
| Parkwood Elementary | 7.2 |
| Northwoods Park Middle | 5.2 |
| Clyde Erwin Elementary | 6.3 |
| New Bridge Middle | 7.2 |
| Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology | 6.6 |
| Jacksonville Commons Middle | 4.7 |
| Jacksonville Commons Elem | 5.0 |
| Northside High | 5.9 |
| Onslow Early College | 6.0 |
| Onslow Virtual School | 5.4 |
| Carolina Forest Elementary | 6.3 |
| Bell Fork Elementary | 4.4 |
| Summersill Elementary | 6.5 |
| Blue Creek Elementary | 4.5 |
| Southwest High | 3.7 |
| Southwest Middle | 4.0 |
| White Oak High | 5.0 |
| Clear View Elementary | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Jacksonville
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
903 HENDERSON DR, Jacksonville, NC 28546
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Classical School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GRACE CLASSICAL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is LWCS (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JACKSONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Jacksonville | 0.0 mi | 8.7 |
| ST ANNE'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL Jacksonville | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Northwoods Elementary Jacksonville | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Jacksonville High Jacksonville | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Northwoods Park Middle Jacksonville | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Parkwood Elementary Jacksonville | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| JACKSONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| FACT DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM Jacksonville | 1.2 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL Jacksonville | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SHILOH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING Jacksonville | 1.6 mi | — |
| New Bridge Middle Jacksonville | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Clyde Erwin Elementary Jacksonville | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology Jacksonville | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| LWCS Jacksonville | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Jacksonville Commons Middle Jacksonville | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ONE WORLD MONTESSORI LLC Jacksonville | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Carolina Forest Elementary Jacksonville | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Onslow Virtual School Jacksonville | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Jacksonville Commons Elem Jacksonville | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Northside High Jacksonville | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,552
Median Home Value
$212,200
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
48,122
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
28.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALC MOSAIC (MOSAIC SCHOOL) Charlotte, NC | 6.6 |
| GREATER FAYETTEVILLE ADVENTIST Fayetteville, NC | 6.5 |
| JARVISBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jarvisburg, NC | 6.5 |
| North Shelby Shelby, NC | 6.5 |
| BAILEY'S GROVE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheboro, NC | 6.7 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville, NC | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Classical School
What grades does Grace Classical School serve?
Grace Classical School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Grace Classical School?
Grace Classical School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Classical School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Classical School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Classical School rank in NC?
Grace Classical School ranks #170 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Grace Classical School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Classical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Classical School a private school?
Yes, Grace Classical School 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 Grace Classical School a religious school?
Grace Classical School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Onslow County
- Phone
- (910) 526-0718
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