Very Good
#37 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 9% of private schools
Iron Academy
High School
3510 EDWARDS MILL RD, Raleigh, NC 27612
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#37 of 404
In Raleigh
#5 of 30
public schools
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About Iron Academy
Iron Academy is a private high school in Raleigh, NC. Iron Academy serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Iron Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Iron 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Iron Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Iron 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 Iron Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Iron Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Martin Middle | 7.8 |
| Oberlin Middle | 7.8 |
| Mount Vernon | 4.3 |
| Hilburn Drive Academy | 8.1 |
| Carroll Middle | 5.9 |
| Raleigh Charter High School | 9.2 |
| Needham Broughton High | 7.6 |
| Sanderson High | 5.7 |
| Athens Drive High | 7.1 |
| Gov. Morehead School f/t Blind | 7.8 |
| Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy | 7.8 |
| Leesville Road Middle | 7.7 |
| Leesville Road High | 7.1 |
| The Exploris School | 5.3 |
| Centennial Campus Middle | 3.6 |
| Moore Square Middle | 9.1 |
| Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy | 8.9 |
| Dillard Drive Middle | 5.2 |
| Quest Academy | 9.1 |
| Phillips High | 4.4 |
Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in Raleigh
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
3510 EDWARDS MILL RD, Raleigh, NC 27612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Iron Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jeffreys Grove Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stough Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Root Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stough Elementary Raleigh | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Martin Middle Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Lacy Elementary Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| York Elementary Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| AN-NOOR SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Mount Vernon Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| DYNAMIC OPPORTUNITIES Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Olds Elementary Raleigh | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Oberlin Middle Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Hilburn Drive Academy Raleigh | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Brooks Elementary Raleigh | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Root Elementary Raleigh | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Combs Elementary Raleigh | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| LEARN WITH THE BEST SCHOOL, INC. Raleigh | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,565
Median Home Value
$481,500
Median Rent
$1,544/mo
Population
40,475
College Educated
65.7%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Performance Learning Center Concord, NC | 7.7 |
| Washington Early College High Creswell, NC | 8.3 |
| Middle College Asheville, NC | 7.4 |
| PHILIPS ACADEMY Charlotte, NC | 7.3 |
| Tar River Academy Rocky Mount, NC | 7.2 |
| CS Brown High - STEM Program Winton, NC | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Iron Academy
What grades does Iron Academy serve?
Iron Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Iron Academy?
Iron Academy has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Iron Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Iron Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Iron Academy rank in NC?
Iron Academy ranks #37 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Iron Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Iron Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Iron Academy a private school?
Yes, Iron Academy is a private all-boys 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 Iron Academy a religious school?
Iron Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 977-8811
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