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#179 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 44% of private schools

Jarvisburg Christian Academy

School

121 FORBES RD, Jarvisburg, NC 27947

Private

Enrollment

69

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#179 of 404

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Jarvisburg Christian Academy

6.5/10

School in Jarvisburg · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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About Jarvisburg Christian Academy

Jarvisburg Christian Academy is a private school in Jarvisburg, NC. Jarvisburg Christian Academy serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jarvisburg Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #179 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it comparesOn par with NC schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 69 students, Jarvisburg 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Jarvisburg Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Jarvisburg 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

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How Jarvisburg Christian Academy compares to the 1 public school in Jarvisburg, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
69
This School
vs
249
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.3% vs 0%
Black 2.9% vs 0%
Jarvisburg Christian Academy Jarvisburg Public Avg

All Schools in Jarvisburg

School Rating
Jarvisburg Christian Academy (this school) 6.5
Jarvisburg Elementary 7.4

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)
A 8.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,148
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 33%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Enrollment 69
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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 81.2%
Two or More 11.6%
Hispanic 4.3%
Black 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

121 FORBES RD, Jarvisburg, NC 27947

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jarvisburg Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Water's Edge Village School (rated 9.3/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Corolla), which scores notably higher. Another option is The JP Knapp ECH (i)School (rated 8.1/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Currituck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, First Flight High School (rated 8.0/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Kill Devil Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jarvisburg, see our Jarvisburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Jarvisburg Elementary Jarvisburg 0.3 mi 7.4
W T Griggs Elementary Poplar Branch 5.6 mi 7.5
Kitty Hawk Elementary School Kitty Hawk 10.2 mi 7.6
Water's Edge Village School Corolla 12.3 mi 9.3
Currituck County Middle Barco 13.1 mi 4.8
Currituck County High Barco 13.2 mi 5.9
HERON POND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kitty Hawk 12.9 mi
Central Elementary Barco 15.3 mi 5.8
Dare Learning Academy Kill Devil Hills 17.2 mi
First Flight High School Kill Devil Hills 17.2 mi 8.0
First Flight Middle School Kill Devil Hills 17.4 mi 7.4
First Flight Elementary School Kill Devil Hills 17.5 mi 5.2
The JP Knapp ECH (i)School Currituck 18.8 mi 8.1
Weeksville Elementary Elizabeth City 17.0 mi 7.7
Knotts Island Elementary Knotts Island 21.8 mi 6.9
Nags Head Elementary School Nags Head 20.0 mi 7.1
Shawboro Elementary School Shawboro 20.5 mi 6.9
Camden County High Camden 19.3 mi 6.2
Camden Early College High Camden 19.3 mi 7.2
Manteo Middle School Manteo 21.9 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27947 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,145

Median Home Value

$305,100

Population

990

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

97.7%

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

46.2

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SOUTH CHARLOTTE BAPTIST ACADEMY Pineville, NC 6.5
ALC MOSAIC (MOSAIC SCHOOL) Charlotte, NC 6.6
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BAL-PERAZIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville, NC 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jarvisburg Christian Academy

What grades does Jarvisburg Christian Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Jarvisburg Christian Academy?

Jarvisburg Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Jarvisburg Christian Academy is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Jarvisburg Christian Academy rank in NC?

Jarvisburg Christian Academy ranks #179 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Jarvisburg Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Jarvisburg Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Jarvisburg Christian Academy a private school?

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

Is Jarvisburg Christian Academy a religious school?

Jarvisburg Christian Academy has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
69
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Church of Christ
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
164 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Currituck County

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