Very Good
#72 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 18% of private schools
Matthews Christian Academy
School · Matthews, NC
A private school in Matthews, NC serving grades Pre-K – 12th.
2724 MARGARET WALLACE RD, Matthews, NC 28105
- 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. NC average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where Matthews Christian Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 34Car-Dependent
- Transit 26Some Transit
- Bike 33Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,839/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Matthews), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$104,242
Median home value
$389,100
Median rent
$1,663/mo
College educated
52.2%
Homeownership
67.8%
Poverty rate
5.4%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 28105; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.6 | K–12 | 2.6 mi | 1,150 | Compare → |
| The Fletcher SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.6 | 1–12 | 2.7 mi | 283 | Compare → |
| Providence Day SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.9 | K–12 | 2.8 mi | 1,820 | Compare → |
| Covenant Day SchoolPrivate · tuition | 4.8 | K–12 | 2.9 mi | 996 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Matthews Christian Academy is listed in Matthews, NC; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Matthews Christian Academy
Matthews Christian Academy is a private school in Matthews, NC, serving approximately 142 students in grades Pre-K-12th with a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 404 private schools in NC.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Matthews Christian Academy
What grades does Matthews Christian Academy serve?
Matthews Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Matthews Christian Academy?
Matthews Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Matthews Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Matthews Christian Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Matthews Christian Academy rank in NC?
Matthews Christian Academy ranks #72 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Matthews Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Matthews Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Matthews Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Matthews 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 Matthews Christian Academy a religious school?
Matthews Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 142
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Mecklenburg County
- Phone
- (704) 535-1694
- Area population (ZIP 28105)
- 45,922
- Area average commute
- 25.9 min
- Area median age
- 39.1
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 28105; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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