Below Average
#367 of 404 private schools in NC
Providence Preparatory Academy
School
702 EASTWOOD RD, Wilmington, NC 28403
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#367 of 404
In Wilmington
#12 of 15
public schools
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About Providence Preparatory Academy
Providence Preparatory Academy is a private school in Wilmington, NC. Providence Preparatory Academy serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #367 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Providence Preparatory 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.
Providence Preparatory 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 Providence Preparatory Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Providence Preparatory Academy (this school) | 4.7 |
| College Park Elementary | 3.4 |
| M C S Noble Middle | 7.1 |
| John J Blair Elementary | 5.4 |
| Isaac M Bear Early College High School | 7.3 |
| Wilmington Preparatory Academy | 5.9 |
| Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elem | 8.6 |
| Winter Park Model Elementary | 8.4 |
| Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington | 7.0 |
| Career Readiness Academy at Mosley PLC | 6.9 |
| Bradley Creek Elementary | 8.1 |
| Wilmington School of the Arts | 8.6 |
| Roland-Grise Middle | 7.0 |
| Ogden Elementary | 9.0 |
| R Freeman Sch of Engineering | 2.5 |
| Forest Hills Global Elementary | 3.4 |
| John T Hoggard High | 7.4 |
| A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des | 6.5 |
| Holly Tree Elementary | 8.0 |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary | 4.7 |
| Murrayville Elementary | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in Wilmington
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
702 EASTWOOD RD, Wilmington, NC 28403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Providence Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SOUTHEASTERN AUTISM ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILMINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 4.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,988
Median Home Value
$337,600
Median Rent
$1,293/mo
Population
40,292
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
29.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST CLASSICAL ACADEMY Connelly Springs, NC | 4.8 |
| ISS Virtual Academy Statesville, NC | 4.5 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheville, NC | 4.5 |
| Conover Special Education Conover, NC | 5.0 |
| Gateway Education Center Greensboro, NC | 5.0 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elizabeth City, NC | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Providence Preparatory Academy
What grades does Providence Preparatory Academy serve?
Providence Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Providence Preparatory Academy?
Providence Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Providence Preparatory Academy is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Providence Preparatory Academy rank in NC?
Providence Preparatory Academy ranks #367 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Providence Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Providence Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Providence Preparatory Academy a private school?
Yes, Providence Preparatory Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Providence Preparatory Academy a religious school?
Providence Preparatory Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 138
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- New Hanover County
- Phone
- (910) 644-0558
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