Below Average
#355 of 404 private schools in NC
Salem Christian Academy
Elementary School · Dobson, NC
A private elementary school in Dobson, NC serving grades Pre-K – 6th.
430 ROCKFORD RD, Dobson, NC 27017
- 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. NC average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where Salem Christian Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 6Car-Dependent
- Bike 14Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Elevated718/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$57,087
Median home value
$138,800
Median rent
$676/mo
College educated
15.8%
Homeownership
75.2%
Poverty rate
16.3%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 27017; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | PK–5 | 0.6 mi | 350 | Compare → |
| Dobson ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.8 | PK–5 | 1.9 mi | 346 | Compare → |
| Surry Online Magnet SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.1 | K–12 | 2.2 mi | 119 | Compare → |
| Copeland ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | PK–5 | 4.0 mi | 258 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Salem Christian Academy is listed in Dobson, NC; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Salem Christian Academy
Salem Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Dobson, NC, serving approximately 87 students in grades Pre-K-6th with a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #355 of 404 private schools in NC.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Salem Christian Academy
What grades does Salem Christian Academy serve?
Salem Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Salem Christian Academy?
Salem Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salem Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Salem Christian Academy is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Salem Christian Academy rank in NC?
Salem Christian Academy ranks #355 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Salem Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Salem Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Salem Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Salem Christian 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 Salem Christian Academy a religious school?
Salem Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Surry County
- Phone
- (336) 374-4419
- Area population (ZIP 27017)
- 9,594
- Area average commute
- 25.4 min
- Area median age
- 37.1
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 27017; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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