Very Good
#30 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 7% of private schools
Kerr-vance Academy
School
700 VANCE ACADEMY RD, Henderson, NC 27537
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#30 of 404
In Henderson
#1 of 3
public schools
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Kerr-vance Academy
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About Kerr-vance Academy
Kerr-vance Academy is a private school in Henderson, NC. Kerr-vance Academy serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kerr-vance Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 146 students, Kerr-vance 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Kerr-vance Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kerr-vance 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 Kerr-vance Academy compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Henderson, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kerr-vance Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| E M Rollins Elementary | 5.4 |
| Vance Co Early College | 8.3 |
| L B Yancey Elementary | 6.1 |
| Dabney Elementary | 3.0 |
| Henderson Collegiate | 7.7 |
| Vance Charter School | 7.2 |
| STEM Early High | 9.3 |
| AdVance Academy | 5.2 |
| Vance Virtual Village Academy | 5.0 |
| Pinkston Street Elementary | 4.7 |
| Vance County High School | 4.4 |
| Clarke Elementary | 2.9 |
| Aycock Elementary | 4.3 |
| Vance County Middle School | 2.7 |
| Carver Elementary | 4.3 |
| E O Young Jr Elementary | 4.2 |
| New Hope Elementary | 3.6 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
700 VANCE ACADEMY RD, Henderson, NC 27537
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kerr-vance Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Granville Academy (rated 8.1/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Oxford), with a very similar rating. Another option is Oxford Preparatory (rated 7.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Oxford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Henderson Collegiate (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Henderson, see our Henderson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| E M Rollins Elementary Henderson | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Vance Co Early College Henderson | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Dabney Elementary Henderson | 3.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Zeb Vance Elementary Kittrell | 3.0 mi | 3.1 |
| L B Yancey Elementary Henderson | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Vance Charter School Henderson | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Henderson Collegiate Henderson | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| AdVance Academy Henderson | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| STEM Early High Henderson | 3.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Vance Virtual Village Academy Henderson | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Pinkston Street Elementary Henderson | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Vance County High School Henderson | 4.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Clarke Elementary Henderson | 4.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Aycock Elementary Henderson | 5.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Vance County Middle School Henderson | 5.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Oxford Preparatory Oxford | 6.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Granville Academy Oxford | 7.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Phoenix Academy Oxford | 7.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,345
Median Home Value
$150,800
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
23,795
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FLAMING SWORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hope Mills, NC | 7.9 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Zebulon, NC | 7.9 |
| NOBLE ACADEMY Greensboro, NC | 8.0 |
| Marjorie Williams Academy Crossnore, NC | 7.7 |
| SPIRIT OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clinton, NC | 7.7 |
| HAYWORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL High Point, NC | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kerr-vance Academy
What grades does Kerr-vance Academy serve?
Kerr-vance Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Kerr-vance Academy?
Kerr-vance Academy has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kerr-vance Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Kerr-vance Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Kerr-vance Academy rank in NC?
Kerr-vance Academy ranks #30 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Kerr-vance Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Kerr-vance 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 Kerr-vance Academy a private school?
Yes, Kerr-vance 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 Kerr-vance Academy a religious school?
No, Kerr-vance Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 146
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Vance County
- Phone
- (252) 492-0018
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