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#263 of 404 private schools in NC

Jacksonville Christian Academy

School

919 GUM BRANCH RD, Jacksonville, NC 28540

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#263 of 404

In Jacksonville

#7 of 9

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About Jacksonville Christian Academy

Jacksonville Christian Academy is a private school in Jacksonville, NC. Jacksonville Christian Academy serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Jacksonville Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.3 pts below NC schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Jacksonville 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.

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How Jacksonville Christian Academy compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.8:1

This School

16.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

277

This School

626

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65% vs 0%

Hispanic 15.2% vs 0%

Black 10.8% vs 0%

Asian 0.4% vs 0%

Jacksonville Christian Academy Jacksonville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Jacksonville Christian Academy (this school)	—	277	13.8:1	5.9
Northwoods Elementary	0.9 mi	408	12.8:1	7.1
Jacksonville High	1.1 mi	1,449	19.8:1	6.3
Clyde Erwin Elementary	1.3 mi	301	13.1:1	6.3
Onslow Early College	1.5 mi	187	31.2:1	6.0
Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology	1.5 mi	110	22:1	6.6
Northwoods Park Middle	1.5 mi	643	17.9:1	5.2
Jacksonville Commons Middle	1.6 mi	970	17.3:1	4.7
Parkwood Elementary	1.7 mi	471	13.5:1	7.2
New Bridge Middle	1.8 mi	461	16.5:1	7.2
Northside High	1.8 mi	1,074	18.5:1	5.9
Bell Fork Elementary	1.8 mi	539	14.2:1	4.4
Jacksonville Commons Elem	1.9 mi	503	14.4:1	5.0
Carolina Forest Elementary	2.6 mi	631	14.7:1	6.3
Onslow Virtual School	2.8 mi	484	11.5:1	5.4
White Oak High	3.6 mi	1,226	19.5:1	5.0
Blue Creek Elementary	4.0 mi	463	12.9:1	4.5
Summersill Elementary	4.1 mi	523	13.4:1	6.5
Southwest High	4.4 mi	685	16.7:1	3.7
Southwest Middle	4.4 mi	520	16.2:1	4.0
Hunters Creek Elementary	4.8 mi	627	14.2:1	4.3

Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Jacksonville

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

C 3.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.8:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,190

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 52%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 277

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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 65.0%

Hispanic 15.2%

Black 10.8%

Two or More 6.9%

Native American 1.8%

Asian 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

919 GUM BRANCH RD, Jacksonville, NC 28540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jacksonville Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. GRACE CLASSICAL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CLASSICAL SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Onslow Virtual School (rated 5.4/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.2 mi	64	7.8
SHILOH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING Jacksonville	0.7 mi	16	—
FACT DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM Jacksonville	0.9 mi	7	—
Northwoods Elementary Jacksonville	0.9 mi	408	7.1
GRACE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.9 mi	111	8.7
GRACE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.9 mi	103	6.6
ST ANNE'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.9 mi	30	5.2
Jacksonville High Jacksonville	1.1 mi	1,449	6.3
Clyde Erwin Elementary Jacksonville	1.3 mi	301	6.3
Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology Jacksonville	1.5 mi	110	6.6
Onslow Early College Jacksonville	1.5 mi	187	6.0
Jacksonville Commons Middle Jacksonville	1.6 mi	970	4.7
New Bridge Middle Jacksonville	1.8 mi	461	7.2
Northwoods Park Middle Jacksonville	1.5 mi	643	5.2
Bell Fork Elementary Jacksonville	1.8 mi	539	4.4
Northside High Jacksonville	1.8 mi	1,074	5.9
Parkwood Elementary Jacksonville	1.7 mi	471	7.2
Jacksonville Commons Elem Jacksonville	1.9 mi	503	5.0
Carolina Forest Elementary Jacksonville	2.6 mi	631	6.3
Onslow Virtual School Jacksonville	2.8 mi	484	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,462

Median Home Value

$201,700

Median Rent

$1,014/mo

Population

50,808

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

59.1%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kinston, NC	308	5.9
COMMUNITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Reidsville, NC	215	5.9
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson, NC	241	5.9
Gaston Virtual Academy Gastonia, NC	323	5.9
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hickory, NC	307	5.9
WOODLAND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem, NC	209	5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jacksonville Christian Academy

What grades does Jacksonville Christian Academy serve?

Jacksonville Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Jacksonville Christian Academy?

Jacksonville Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jacksonville Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Jacksonville Christian Academy is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Jacksonville Christian Academy rank in NC?

Jacksonville Christian Academy ranks #263 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Jacksonville Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Jacksonville Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Jacksonville Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Jacksonville Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Jacksonville Christian Academy a religious school?

Jacksonville Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 47 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 277
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 20
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Small City
County: Onslow County
Phone: (910) 347-2358

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