Very Good
#93 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 23% of private schools
Milestones Academy
Elementary School
443 LIBERTY DR, Jacksonville, NC 28546
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#93 of 404
In Jacksonville
#3 of 9
public schools
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About Milestones Academy
Milestones Academy is a private elementary school in Jacksonville, NC. Milestones Academy serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Milestones Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #93 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, Milestones 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Milestones Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Milestones 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 Milestones Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Milestones Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| Hunters Creek Elementary | 4.3 |
| Bell Fork Elementary | 4.4 |
| Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology | 6.6 |
| Clyde Erwin Elementary | 6.3 |
| Morton Elementary | 7.4 |
| Jacksonville Commons Elem | 5.0 |
| Northwoods Elementary | 7.1 |
| Onslow Virtual School | 5.4 |
| Parkwood Elementary | 7.2 |
| Carolina Forest Elementary | 6.3 |
| Blue Creek Elementary | 4.5 |
| Summersill Elementary | 6.5 |
| Southwest Elementary | 5.3 |
| Meadow View Elementary | 5.8 |
| Clear View Elementary | 5.9 |
| Stateside Elementary | 4.9 |
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
443 LIBERTY DR, Jacksonville, NC 28546
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Milestones Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Morton Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Northwoods Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 4.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| VILLAGE ACADEMY Jacksonville | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hunters Creek Elementary Jacksonville | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Hunters Creek Middle Jacksonville | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| White Oak High Jacksonville | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Bell Fork Elementary Jacksonville | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Onslow Early College Jacksonville | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| SHILOH INSTITUTE OF LEARNING Jacksonville | 2.8 mi | — |
| Z.E.C.A. School of Arts and Technology Jacksonville | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Clyde Erwin Elementary Jacksonville | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL Jacksonville | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Northside High Jacksonville | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Jacksonville Commons Middle Jacksonville | 3.8 mi | 4.7 |
| JACKSONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| FACT DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM Jacksonville | 3.4 mi | — |
| Jacksonville Commons Elem Jacksonville | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Morton Elementary Jacksonville | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| New Bridge Middle Jacksonville | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Northwoods Elementary Jacksonville | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ST ANNE'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL Jacksonville | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,552
Median Home Value
$212,200
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
48,122
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
28.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harkers Island Elementary Harkers Island, NC | 7.3 |
| Scotland Neck Elementary Leadership Acad Scotland Neck, NC | 7.2 |
| The Mountain Community Sch Hendersonville, NC | 7.2 |
| Bethel Elementary Sugar Grove, NC | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rocky Mount, NC | 7.4 |
| S W Snowden Elementary Aurora, NC | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Milestones Academy
What grades does Milestones Academy serve?
Milestones Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Milestones Academy?
Milestones Academy has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Milestones Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Milestones Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Milestones Academy rank in NC?
Milestones Academy ranks #93 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Milestones Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Milestones Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Milestones Academy a private school?
Yes, Milestones 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 Milestones Academy a religious school?
No, Milestones Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Onslow County
- Phone
- (910) 455-6928
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