Very Good
#120 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 30% of private schools
Haywood Christian Academy
School
77 SUTTON LOOP, Waynesville, NC 28786
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#120 of 404
In Waynesville
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Haywood Christian Academy
Haywood Christian Academy is a private school in Waynesville, NC. Haywood Christian Academy serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Haywood Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #120 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Haywood Christian Academy 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 7.2:1 students to teachers, Haywood Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Haywood 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Haywood Christian Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Waynesville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Haywood Christian Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Shining Rock Classical Academy | 5.8 |
| Junaluska Elementary | 7.8 |
| Jonathan Valley Elementary | 5.6 |
| Tuscola High | 7.1 |
| Central Haywood High | 4.8 |
| Waynesville Middle | 6.9 |
| Hazelwood Elementary | 6.2 |
| Bethel Middle | 8.9 |
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
77 SUTTON LOOP, Waynesville, NC 28786
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Haywood Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riverbend Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Clyde), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bethel Middle (rated 8.9/10, 6.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Canton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waynesville, see our Waynesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLUE RIDGE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waynesville | 0.1 mi | — |
| Shining Rock Classical Academy Waynesville | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Junaluska Elementary Waynesville | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Central Haywood High Waynesville | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Waynesville Middle Waynesville | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Jonathan Valley Elementary Waynesville | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Tuscola High Waynesville | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ACADEMY AT SOAR, SOAR INC. Waynesville | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Hazelwood Elementary Waynesville | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Haywood Early College Clyde | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Riverbend Elementary Clyde | 4.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Clyde Elementary Clyde | 5.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Maggie Valley | 5.8 mi | — |
| Bethel Middle Waynesville | 6.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Bethel Elementary Canton | 6.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Canton Middle Canton | 8.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Pisgah High Canton | 8.5 mi | 8.1 |
| North Canton Elementary Canton | 9.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary Canton | 9.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Jackson Community School Sylva | 12.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,047
Median Home Value
$266,800
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
22,153
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
49.3
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|---|---|
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spruce Pine, NC | 7.0 |
| BROOKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dunn, NC | 7.0 |
| Cleveland Innovation Shelby, NC | 7.0 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington, NC | 7.1 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mc Leansville, NC | 6.9 |
| MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hookerton, NC | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Haywood Christian Academy
What grades does Haywood Christian Academy serve?
Haywood Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Haywood Christian Academy?
Haywood Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Haywood Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Haywood Christian Academy is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Haywood Christian Academy rank in NC?
Haywood Christian Academy ranks #120 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Haywood Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Haywood Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Haywood Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Haywood 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 Haywood Christian Academy a religious school?
Haywood Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Haywood County
- Phone
- (828) 627-0229
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