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#74 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 18% of private schools

Gramercy Christian School

School

8170 HWY 70, Newport, NC 28570

Private

Enrollment

329

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#74 of 404

In Newport

#1 of 2

public schools

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Gramercy Christian School

7.4/10

School in Newport · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gramercy Christian School

Gramercy Christian School is a private school in Newport, NC. Gramercy Christian School serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gramercy Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.2 pts above NC schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Gramercy Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Gramercy Christian 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.

Gramercy Christian School 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 Gramercy Christian School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Newport, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
329
This School
vs
645
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.3% vs 0%
Black 11.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 10% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Gramercy Christian School Newport Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Gramercy Christian School (this school) 7.4
Newport Elementary 5.8
Newport Middle 6.2
Broad Creek Middle 7.7
Bogue Sound Elementary 8.9
Croatan High 7.5

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+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,253
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 39%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 329
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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 76.3%
Black 11.9%
Hispanic 10.0%
Asian 1.2%
Two or More 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8170 HWY 70, Newport, NC 28570

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gramercy Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bogue Sound Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 8.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is W Jesse Gurganus Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Havelock), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morehead City Primary (rated 8.1/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Morehead City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NEWPORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport 1.4 mi 5.2
Newport Elementary Newport 2.8 mi 5.8
Havelock Middle Havelock 3.5 mi 4.6
Roger Bell New Tech Academy Havelock 3.6 mi 6.6
Early College EAST High Havelock 3.6 mi 8.0
Havelock Elementary Havelock 3.6 mi 6.2
Havelock High Havelock 3.7 mi 6.0
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havelock 3.6 mi 6.4
Newport Middle Newport 3.9 mi 6.2
Graham A Barden Elementary Havelock 5.2 mi 4.1
Arthur W Edwards Elementary Havelock 6.3 mi 4.2
CHOSEN GENERATION CHRIST. ACADEMY Morehead City 6.7 mi
W Jesse Gurganus Elementary Havelock 6.7 mi 8.7
Broad Creek Middle Newport 7.1 mi 7.7
Tucker Creek Middle Havelock 7.7 mi 6.9
Bridges School Morehead City 8.1 mi
West Carteret High Morehead City 8.2 mi 6.2
Bogue Sound Elementary Newport 8.6 mi 8.9
Croatan High Newport 8.8 mi 7.5
Morehead City Primary Morehead City 8.7 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,018

Median Home Value

$245,300

Median Rent

$951/mo

Population

21,435

College Educated

23.7%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

44.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DAVIDSON DAY SCHOOL Davidson, NC 7.3
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Durham, NC 7.3
ROCKY MOUNT ACADEMY Rocky Mount, NC 7.3
THE EPIPHANY SCHOOL OF GLOBAL STUDIES New Bern, NC 7.3
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fletcher, NC 7.3
WESTCHESTER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL High Point, NC 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gramercy Christian School

What grades does Gramercy Christian School serve?

Gramercy Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Gramercy Christian School?

Gramercy Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gramercy Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gramercy Christian School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Gramercy Christian School rank in NC?

Gramercy Christian School ranks #74 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Gramercy Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gramercy Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Gramercy Christian School a private school?

Yes, Gramercy Christian 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 Gramercy Christian School a religious school?

Gramercy Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
329
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
179 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Carteret County

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