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#397 of 404 private schools in NC

Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated

Elementary School

103-N TANGLEWOOD PKWY, Elizabeth City, NC 27909

Private

Enrollment

59

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#397 of 404

In Elizabeth City

#4 of 4

public schools

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Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated

3.7/10

Elementary School in Elizabeth City · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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5.7/10

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About Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated

Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated is a private elementary school in Elizabeth City, NC. Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #397 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares2.7 pts below NC schools
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 59 students, Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated 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.

Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated 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.

Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated 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 Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Elizabeth City, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
59
This School
vs
371
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.7
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.1% vs 0%
Black 3.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.4% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated Elizabeth City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated (this school) 3.7
Central Elementary 5.7
Northeast Academy of Aerospace & AdvTech 7.4
P W Moore Elementary 4.8
Sheep-Harney Elementary 7.5
Pasquotank Elementary 3.3
Northside Elementary 5.8
H L Trigg Community 2.7
J C Sawyer Elementary 4.9
Elizabeth City Middle 5.9
River Road Middle 5.1
Weeksville Elementary 7.7

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)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 22%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Enrollment 59
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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 88.1%
Black 3.4%
Hispanic 3.4%
Asian 1.7%
Pacific Islander 1.7%
Two or More 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

103-N TANGLEWOOD PKWY, Elizabeth City, NC 27909

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grandy Primary (rated 9.0/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sheep-Harney Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Camden Intermediate (rated 6.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elizabeth City, see our Elizabeth City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ALBEMARLE SCHOOL Elizabeth City 1.6 mi 5.6
Central Elementary Elizabeth City 2.2 mi 5.7
VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elizabeth City 2.9 mi 4.4
Northeastern High Elizabeth City 2.6 mi 5.3
TUTOR ALL SCHOOL Elizabeth City 3.3 mi
Northeast Academy of Aerospace & AdvTech Elizabeth City 3.3 mi 7.4
NEW LIFE ACADEMY Elizabeth City 4.1 mi 5.6
P W Moore Elementary Elizabeth City 4.0 mi 4.8
Northside Elementary Elizabeth City 4.9 mi 5.8
Pasquotank County High Elizabeth City 5.0 mi 4.6
Sheep-Harney Elementary Elizabeth City 4.3 mi 7.5
Pasquotank Elementary Elizabeth City 4.3 mi 3.3
Elizabeth City Middle Elizabeth City 5.2 mi 5.9
Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College Elizabeth City 4.9 mi 6.2
H L Trigg Community Elizabeth City 5.0 mi 2.7
J C Sawyer Elementary Elizabeth City 5.0 mi 4.9
River Road Middle Elizabeth City 5.9 mi 5.1
Camden Intermediate Camden 7.0 mi 6.7
Grandy Primary Camden 7.1 mi 9.0
Camden Early College High Camden 7.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,039

Median Home Value

$223,400

Median Rent

$1,146/mo

Population

40,878

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

39.1

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STARBOARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver, NC 4.0
A SEA OF LEARNING Morehead City, NC 4.1
East Arcadia Elementary Riegelwood, NC 4.1
MONTESSORI AT SANDY FORD Newton, NC 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated

What grades does Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated serve?

Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated?

Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated rank in NC?

Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated ranks #397 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated a private school?

Yes, Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated 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 Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated a religious school?

No, Grace Montessori Academy Incorporated is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
59
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Pasquotank County

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