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#175 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 43% of private schools
Mount Pisqah Academy
High School
75 ACADEMY DR, Candler, NC 28715
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#175 of 404
In Candler
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Mount Pisqah Academy
Mount Pisqah Academy is a private high school in Candler, NC. Mount Pisqah Academy serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Pisqah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, Mount Pisqah 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.
Mount Pisqah 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 Mount Pisqah Academy compares to the 6 public schools in Candler, NC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Candler
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Pisqah Academy (this school) | 6.5 |
| Enka Middle | 4.5 |
| Hominy Valley Elementary | 6.9 |
| Enka Intermediate | 7.5 |
| Candler Elementary | 6.5 |
| Enka High | 7.7 |
| Pisgah Elementary | 5.9 |
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
75 ACADEMY DR, Candler, NC 28715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Pisqah Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Enka High (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ASHEVILLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Asheville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Franklin School of Innovation (rated 6.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Asheville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Candler, see our Candler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ASHEVILLE-PISGAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Candler | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Enka Middle Candler | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Sand Hill-Venable Elem Asheville | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Hominy Valley Elementary Candler | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Enka High Candler | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Enka Intermediate Candler | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Candler Elementary Candler | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ASHEVILLE SCHOOL Asheville | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| The Franklin School of Innovation Asheville | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Johnston Elementary Asheville | 3.1 mi | 3.2 |
| THE NEW CLASSICAL ACADEMY Asheville | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| 1 SCHOOL RD Asheville | 3.2 mi | — |
| ELIADA ACADEMY Asheville | 3.6 mi | — |
| IC Imagine Asheville | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Erwin Middle Asheville | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Erwin High Asheville | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| West Buncombe Elementary Asheville | 4.3 mi | 8.7 |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Asheville | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Lucy S. Herring Elementary Asheville | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Eblen Intermediate Asheville | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,950
Median Home Value
$291,900
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
28,770
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
41.7
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|---|---|
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| Halifax County Early College High Weldon, NC | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Pisqah Academy
What grades does Mount Pisqah Academy serve?
Mount Pisqah Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Pisqah Academy?
Mount Pisqah Academy has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Pisqah Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pisqah Academy is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mount Pisqah Academy rank in NC?
Mount Pisqah Academy ranks #175 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Mount Pisqah Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Pisqah 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 Mount Pisqah Academy a private school?
Yes, Mount Pisqah Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mount Pisqah Academy a religious school?
Mount Pisqah Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 112
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Buncombe County
- Phone
- (828) 667-2535
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