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Mount Zion Christian Academy
Elementary School
9709 NC HWY 72, Pembroke, NC 28372
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Mount Zion Christian Academy
Mount Zion Christian Academy is an Pentecostal private elementary school in Pembroke, NC 28372. The school serves approximately 14 students in grades Pre-K – 7th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $31,860, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 14 students, Mount Zion Christian Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Mount Zion Christian Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Mount Zion Christian Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mount Zion Christian Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Pembroke, NC
All Schools in Pembroke
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Zion Christian Academy (this school) | — |
| Union Chapel Elementary | 7.9 |
| Old Main STREAM Academy | 6.2 |
| Pembroke Elementary | 7.1 |
| Pembroke Middle | 5.2 |
| Purnell Swett High | 3.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Private · Pentecostal
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 9709 NC HWY 72, Pembroke, NC 28372
- Phone
- (910) 521-0358
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
9709 NC HWY 72, Pembroke, NC 28372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Zion Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Rowland). Another option is Prospect Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Maxton). Additionally, Oxendine Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Maxton). For more schools in Pembroke, see our Pembroke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Union Chapel Elementary Pembroke | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Old Main STREAM Academy Pembroke | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CIS Academy Lumberton | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Pembroke Elementary Pembroke | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Pembroke Middle Pembroke | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Prospect Elementary Maxton | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Purnell Swett High Pembroke | 5.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Deep Branch Elementary Lumberton | 6.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Peterson Elementary Red Springs | 6.4 mi | 6.4 |
| HIGHLANDER ACADEMY Red Springs | 6.6 mi | 7.4 |
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lumberton | 6.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Red Springs Middle Red Springs | 6.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Red Springs High Red Springs | 7.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Union Elementary Rowland | 7.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Oxendine Elementary Maxton | 7.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Piney Grove Elementary Lumberton | 7.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Rex-Rennert Elementary Shannon | 9.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Magnolia Elementary Lumberton | 9.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PSRC Early College at RCC Lumberton | 9.4 mi | 6.3 |
| L Gilbert Carroll Lumberton | 9.9 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,860
Median Home Value
$100,900
Median Rent
$728/mo
Population
12,286
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Median Age
29
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mount Zion Christian Academy has a median household income of $31,860. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $100,900, with a median rent of $728/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Zion Christian Academy
What grades does Mount Zion Christian Academy serve?
Mount Zion Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Mount Zion Christian Academy?
Mount Zion Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Zion Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Zion Christian Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mount Zion Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Mount Zion Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal 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 Zion Christian Academy a religious school?
Mount Zion Christian Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (8,956/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Pembroke). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Pentecostal
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- ROBESON
- Phone
- (910) 521-0358
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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