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#27 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 6% of private schools

Noble Academy

School

3310 HORSE PEN CREEK RD, Greensboro, NC 27410

Private

Enrollment

151

Student-Teacher

5.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#27 of 404

In Greensboro

#3 of 13

public schools

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Noble Academy

8.0/10

School in Greensboro · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Noble Academy

Noble Academy is a private school in Greensboro, NC. Noble Academy serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Noble Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.8 pts above NC schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 151 students, Noble 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, Noble Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Noble 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

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How Noble Academy compares to 81 public schools serving similar grades in Greensboro, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.4:1
This School
vs
14.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
151
This School
vs
582
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.2% vs 0%
Black 12.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.3% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Noble Academy Greensboro Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Noble Academy (this school) 8.0
Greensboro Academy 7.8
Kernodle Middle 6.1
Jesse Wharton Elem 8.5
Claxton Elementary 6.3
Jefferson Elementary 7.0
EP Pearce Elementary 8.6
Early College at Guilford 8.0
General Greene Elementary 8.5
Guilford Elementary 3.8
James Y Joyner Elementary 6.0
Northwest Guilford Middle 7.3
Northwest Guilford High 7.8
Sternberger Elementary 9.2
Western Guilford Middle 3.4
Morehead Elementary 5.6
Doris Henderson Newcomers Sch 4.0
Western Guilford High 7.6
Irving Park Elementary 7.3
Mendenhall Middle 3.8
Kiser Middle 6.5

Showing 20 of 81 schools. View all schools in Greensboro

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,196.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 42%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 151
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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)

White 74.2%
Black 12.6%
Hispanic 7.3%
Asian 2.6%
Two or More 2.6%
Native American 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3310 HORSE PEN CREEK RD, Greensboro, NC 27410

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Noble Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. GREENSBORO DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NEW GARDEN FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greensboro, see our Greensboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Greensboro Academy Greensboro 0.3 mi 7.8
BROOKHAVEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Greensboro 0.4 mi
Kernodle Middle Greensboro 1.0 mi 6.1
GREENSBORO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Greensboro 1.3 mi 7.8
Claxton Elementary Greensboro 2.6 mi 6.3
GREENSBORO DAY SCHOOL Greensboro 2.2 mi 7.7
Jesse Wharton Elem Greensboro 2.5 mi 8.5
Jefferson Elementary Greensboro 3.0 mi 7.0
Early College at Guilford Greensboro 3.7 mi 8.0
BNAI SHALOM DAY SCHOOL Greensboro 3.8 mi 6.6
Summerfield Elementary Summerfield 4.0 mi 8.3
Guilford Elementary Greensboro 3.9 mi 3.8
General Greene Elementary Greensboro 3.9 mi 8.5
EP Pearce Elementary Greensboro 3.5 mi 8.6
NEW GARDEN FRIENDS SCHOOL Greensboro 3.7 mi 7.7
James Y Joyner Elementary Greensboro 3.9 mi 6.0
Morehead Elementary Greensboro 4.7 mi 5.6
Western Guilford Middle Greensboro 4.6 mi 3.4
Sternberger Elementary Greensboro 4.6 mi 9.2
Revolution Academy Summerfield 4.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,225

Median Home Value

$308,200

Median Rent

$1,307/mo

Population

54,317

College Educated

56.5%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

41.9

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KERR-VANCE ACADEMY Henderson, NC 7.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Statesville, NC 8.2
RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh, NC 7.8
Marjorie Williams Academy Crossnore, NC 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Noble Academy

What grades does Noble Academy serve?

Noble Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Noble Academy?

Noble Academy has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Noble Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Noble 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 Noble Academy rank in NC?

Noble Academy ranks #27 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Noble Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Noble Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Noble Academy a private school?

Yes, Noble 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 Noble Academy a religious school?

No, Noble Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
151
Gender Split
69% M / 31% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large City
County
Guilford County

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