Very Good
#85 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 21% of private schools
Rocky Mount Academy
School
1313 AVONDALE AVE, Rocky Mount, NC 27803
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#85 of 404
In Rocky Mount
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Rocky Mount Academy
Rocky Mount Academy is a private school in Rocky Mount, NC. Rocky Mount Academy serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rocky Mount Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Rocky Mount Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rocky Mount 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 Rocky Mount Academy compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Rocky Mount, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rocky Mount Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| Winstead Avenue Elementary | 5.4 |
| Rocky Mount High | 5.1 |
| Englewood Elementary | 4.4 |
| G R Edwards Middle | 3.2 |
| Nash Everywhere Digital Academy (NEDA) | — |
| Williford Elementary | 2.6 |
| Tar River Academy | 7.2 |
| Rocky Mount Middle | 5.3 |
| CITI High School | 7.0 |
| Benvenue Elementary | 4.2 |
| Nash Central High | 6.5 |
| NRM Early College High School | 8.0 |
| Fairview Elementary | 4.4 |
| D S Johnson Elementary | 1.9 |
| J W Parker Middle | 1.9 |
| Baskerville Elementary | 1.6 |
| Northern Nash High | 6.9 |
| Rocky Mount Preparatory | 4.3 |
| West Edgecombe Middle | 4.2 |
| G W Bulluck Elementary | 4.1 |
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
1313 AVONDALE AVE, Rocky Mount, NC 27803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rocky Mount Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NRM Early College High School (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tar River Academy (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rocky Mount, see our Rocky Mount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Winstead Avenue Elementary Rocky Mount | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Rocky Mount High Rocky Mount | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Englewood Elementary Rocky Mount | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| ST ANDREW'S ESPISCOPAL SCHOOL Rocky Mount | 1.2 mi | — |
| G R Edwards Middle Rocky Mount | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Nash Everywhere Digital Academy (NEDA) Rocky Mount | 1.8 mi | — |
| Benvenue Elementary Rocky Mount | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Williford Elementary Rocky Mount | 1.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Tar River Academy Rocky Mount | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Rocky Mount Middle Rocky Mount | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| CITI High School Rocky Mount | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rocky Mount | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHILDCARE CENTER Rocky Mount | 2.7 mi | — |
| Nash Central High Rocky Mount | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| NRM Early College High School Rocky Mount | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Fairview Elementary Rocky Mount | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| D S Johnson Elementary Rocky Mount | 3.9 mi | 1.9 |
| J W Parker Middle Rocky Mount | 3.9 mi | 1.9 |
| Northern Nash High Rocky Mount | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Baskerville Elementary Rocky Mount | 4.1 mi | 1.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,647
Median Home Value
$168,600
Median Rent
$889/mo
Population
19,851
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DAVIDSON DAY SCHOOL Davidson, NC | 7.3 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Durham, NC | 7.3 |
| THE EPIPHANY SCHOOL OF GLOBAL STUDIES New Bern, NC | 7.3 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL OF DURHAM & CHAPEL HILL Durham, NC | 7.3 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fletcher, NC | 7.3 |
| WESTCHESTER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL High Point, NC | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rocky Mount Academy
What grades does Rocky Mount Academy serve?
Rocky Mount Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Rocky Mount Academy?
Rocky Mount Academy has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rocky Mount Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Rocky Mount Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rocky Mount Academy rank in NC?
Rocky Mount Academy ranks #85 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Rocky Mount Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Rocky Mount Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rocky Mount Academy a private school?
Yes, Rocky Mount 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 Rocky Mount Academy a religious school?
No, Rocky Mount Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 426
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Nash County
- Phone
- (252) 443-4126
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