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#232 of 404 private schools in NC
New Kituwah Academy
Elementary School
60 WATER DAM RD, Cherokee, NC 28719
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#232 of 404
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New Kituwah Academy
Elementary School in Cherokee · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Kituwah Academy
New Kituwah Academy is a private elementary school in Cherokee, NC. New Kituwah Academy serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New Kituwah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, New Kituwah 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, New Kituwah Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Kituwah 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 New Kituwah Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Cherokee, NC
All Schools in Cherokee
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Kituwah Academy (this school) | 6.1 |
| Cherokee Central Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Cherokee Central High School | — |
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
60 WATER DAM RD, Cherokee, NC 28719
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Kituwah Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherokee Central Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview School (rated 5.8/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Sylva), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Swain County East Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Bryson City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cherokee, see our Cherokee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cherokee Central Elementary School Cherokee | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Cherokee Central High School Cherokee | 1.1 mi | — |
| Smokey Mountain Elementary Whittier | 5.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Swain County East Elementary Bryson City | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Cherokee Extension School Bryson City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Swain County High School Bryson City | 9.0 mi | 5.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bryson City | 9.5 mi | — |
| Swain County Middle School Bryson City | 9.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Scotts Creek School Sylva | 9.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Mountain Discovery Bryson City | 10.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Jackson Community School Sylva | 10.6 mi | 5.5 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sylva | 12.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Jackson Co Early College Sylva | 12.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Smoky Mountain High School Sylva | 12.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Catamount School Sylva | 12.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Fairview School Sylva | 12.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Swain County West Elementary Bryson City | 12.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Maggie Valley | 12.1 mi | — |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sylva | 16.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Cullowhee Valley School Cullowhee | 16.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,221
Median Home Value
$144,700
Median Rent
$673/mo
Population
6,577
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
38
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| THE NEW CLASSICAL ACADEMY Asheville, NC | 6.1 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh, NC | 6.0 |
| STATESVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Statesville, NC | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Kituwah Academy
What grades does New Kituwah Academy serve?
New Kituwah Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend New Kituwah Academy?
New Kituwah Academy has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Kituwah Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Kituwah Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Kituwah Academy rank in NC?
New Kituwah Academy ranks #232 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is New Kituwah Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Kituwah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Kituwah Academy a private school?
Yes, New Kituwah 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 New Kituwah Academy a religious school?
No, New Kituwah Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 78% M / 22% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Swain County
- Phone
- (828) 359-6401
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