Excellent
#21 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 5% of private schools
Morganton Day School
Elementary School
305 W CONCORD ST, Morganton, NC 28655
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#21 of 404
In Morganton
#1 of 2
public schools
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Morganton Day School
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About Morganton Day School
Morganton Day School is a private elementary school in Morganton, NC. Morganton Day School serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Morganton Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, Morganton Day School 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Morganton Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Morganton Day School 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 Morganton Day School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Morganton, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Morganton Day School (this school) | 8.1 |
| NC School for the Deaf | 5.6 |
| Forest Hill Elementary | 3.9 |
| Mountain View Elementary | 8.1 |
| Hillcrest Elementary | 4.4 |
| New Dimensions | 7.1 |
| North Liberty | 2.9 |
| Liberty Middle | 6.6 |
| Walter R Johnson Middle | 4.6 |
| Mull Elementary | 7.2 |
| Salem Elementary | 7.8 |
| Drexel Elementary | 8.0 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 4.6 |
| Table Rock Middle | 5.8 |
| W A Young Elementary | 6.6 |
| Glen Alpine Elementary | 6.9 |
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.
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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
305 W CONCORD ST, Morganton, NC 28655
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morganton Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain View Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Drexel Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Salem Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Morganton, see our Morganton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NC School for the Deaf Morganton | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Forest Hill Elementary Morganton | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Burke Middle College Morganton | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Mountain View Elementary Morganton | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Hillcrest Elementary Morganton | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Freedom High Morganton | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| New Dimensions Morganton | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| North Liberty Morganton | 2.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Liberty Middle Morganton | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Walter R Johnson Middle Morganton | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Robert L. Patton High School Morganton | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Mull Elementary Morganton | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Salem Elementary Morganton | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Oak Hill Elementary Morganton | 4.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Drexel Elementary Morganton | 4.5 mi | 8.0 |
| W A Young Elementary Morganton | 4.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Table Rock Middle Morganton | 4.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Hallyburton Academy Drexel | 4.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Glen Alpine Elementary Morganton | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| SILVERCREEK ADVENTIST SCHOOL Morganton | 6.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28655 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,464
Median Home Value
$170,400
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
56,201
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Median Age
43.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASHEVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Asheville, NC | 8.1 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gastonia, NC | 8.1 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh, NC | 8.0 |
| Carolina Community Academy Roxboro, NC | 8.0 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hendersonville, NC | 8.0 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durham, NC | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morganton Day School
What grades does Morganton Day School serve?
Morganton Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Morganton Day School?
Morganton Day School has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morganton Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morganton Day School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Morganton Day School rank in NC?
Morganton Day School ranks #21 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Morganton Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morganton Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Morganton Day School a private school?
Yes, Morganton Day School 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 Morganton Day School a religious school?
No, Morganton Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Burke County
- Phone
- (828) 437-6782
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