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Innovative Academy
Middle School
5656 S CAROLINA BEACH RD, Wilmington, NC 28412
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
1st – 7th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
1st – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Innovative Academy
Middle School in Wilmington · grades 1st – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Innovative Academy
Innovative Academy is a private middle school in Wilmington, NC. Innovative Academy serves approximately 14 students, and covers grades 1st-7th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 14 students, Innovative 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.
Innovative 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 Innovative Academy compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Innovative Academy (this school) | — |
| Myrtle Grove Middle | 6.2 |
| Heyward C Bellamy Elem | 8.4 |
| Mary C Williams Elementary | 7.9 |
| Island Montessori Charter School | 8.1 |
| Charles P Murray Middle | 8.2 |
| Dr John Codington Elem | 7.8 |
| Edwin A Anderson Elementary | 8.5 |
| Pine Valley Elementary | 7.7 |
| Masonboro Elementary | 8.8 |
| Holly Tree Elementary | 8.0 |
| J. C. Roe Center | — |
| Cape Fear Center for Inquiry | 6.7 |
| Roland-Grise Middle | 7.0 |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary | 4.7 |
| Bradley Creek Elementary | 8.1 |
| Winter Park Model Elementary | 8.4 |
| Sunset Park Elementary | 5.4 |
| Wilmington School of the Arts | 8.6 |
| Lake Forest Academy | 5.4 |
| Forest Hills Global Elementary | 3.4 |
Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Wilmington
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 7th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 5656 S CAROLINA BEACH RD, Wilmington, NC 28412
- Phone
- (910) 769-4133
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5656 S CAROLINA BEACH RD, Wilmington, NC 28412
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Innovative Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Charles P Murray Middle (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away). Another option is Myrtle Grove Middle (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, WILMINGTON ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCES (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away). For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Wilmington | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Myrtle Grove Middle Wilmington | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Heyward C Bellamy Elem Wilmington | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Mary C Williams Elementary Wilmington | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| WILMINGTON ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCES Wilmington | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Island Montessori Charter School Wilmington | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Charles P Murray Middle Wilmington | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Eugene Ashley High Wilmington | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CAPE FEAR ACADEMY Wilmington | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Dr John Codington Elem Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Edwin A Anderson Elementary Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW HORIZONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilmington | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Pine Valley Elementary Wilmington | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| WATERVIEW LEARNING ACADEMY Wilmington | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Masonboro Elementary Wilmington | 3.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Holly Tree Elementary Wilmington | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PINE VALLEY UMC WEE CARE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Wilmington | 4.3 mi | — |
| John T Hoggard High Wilmington | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
| J. C. Roe Center Wilmington | 4.4 mi | — |
| Cape Fear Center for Inquiry Wilmington | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,396
Median Home Value
$342,600
Median Rent
$1,326/mo
Population
42,452
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Innovative Academy
What grades does Innovative Academy serve?
Innovative Academy serves students in grades 1st through 7th.
How many students attend Innovative Academy?
Innovative Academy has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Innovative Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Innovative Academy is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Innovative Academy a private school?
Yes, Innovative Academy 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 Innovative Academy a religious school?
No, Innovative Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 7th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Gender Split
- 36% M / 64% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- New Hanover County
- Phone
- (910) 769-4133
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