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#334 of 404 private schools in NC

Salisbury Academy

Elementary School

2210 JAKE ALEXANDER BLVD N, Salisbury, NC 28147

Private

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#334 of 404

In Salisbury

#3 of 3

public schools

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Salisbury Academy

5.2/10

Elementary School in Salisbury · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Salisbury Academy

Salisbury Academy is a private elementary school in Salisbury, NC. Salisbury Academy serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Salisbury Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.2 pts below NC schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 192 students, Salisbury 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.

Salisbury 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 Salisbury Academy compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Salisbury, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
192
This School
vs
473
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
3.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.4% vs 0%
Black 11.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%
Asian 1% vs 0%
Salisbury Academy Salisbury Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Salisbury Academy (this school) 5.2
Isenberg Elementary 5.3
Summit Virtual Academy 6.3
Overton Elementary 2.2
Hurley Elementary 2.3
Henderson High 5.2
West Rowan Middle 2.6
Koontz Elementary 2.0
Dole Elementary 2.6
Southeast Middle 2.5
Knollwood Elementary 3.0
Erwin Middle 3.5

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)
C 2.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,242.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 27%
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
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Enrollment 192
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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 84.4%
Black 11.5%
Hispanic 3.1%
Asian 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2210 JAKE ALEXANDER BLVD N, Salisbury, NC 28147

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Salisbury Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Virtual Academy (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Isenberg Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Salisbury, see our Salisbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Isenberg Elementary Salisbury 0.5 mi 5.3
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Salisbury 0.9 mi 7.5
NORTH HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salisbury 1.7 mi 7.6
Summit Virtual Academy Salisbury 1.8 mi 6.3
Overton Elementary Salisbury 2.0 mi 2.2
Salisbury High Salisbury 2.6 mi 2.6
ST JOHNS KINDERGARTEN Salisbury 2.8 mi
Hurley Elementary Salisbury 2.8 mi 2.3
Henderson High Salisbury 3.3 mi 5.2
Rowan Co Early College Salisbury 4.3 mi 8.0
NEHEMIAH ENRICHMENT ACADEMY Salisbury 4.5 mi
Koontz Elementary Salisbury 5.0 mi 2.0
West Rowan Middle Salisbury 4.5 mi 2.6
North Rowan High Spencer 4.5 mi 4.1
SALISBURY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Salisbury 5.1 mi
North Rowan Middle Spencer 4.6 mi 3.1
North Rowan Elementary Spencer 4.7 mi 2.9
Southeast Middle Salisbury 6.1 mi 2.5
Dole Elementary Salisbury 5.1 mi 2.6
Knollwood Elementary Salisbury 6.6 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28147 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,770

Median Home Value

$241,600

Median Rent

$1,036/mo

Population

25,189

College Educated

19.2%

Homeownership

63.2%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

41.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh, NC 5.2
CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Conover, NC 5.2
Children's Village Academy Kinston, NC 5.2
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy Wilmington, NC 5.2
Hollister Elementary Leadership Academy Hollister, NC 5.2
ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charlotte, NC 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Salisbury Academy

What grades does Salisbury Academy serve?

Salisbury Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Salisbury Academy?

Salisbury Academy has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Salisbury Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Salisbury Academy is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Salisbury Academy rank in NC?

Salisbury Academy ranks #334 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Salisbury Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Salisbury Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Salisbury Academy a private school?

Yes, Salisbury 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 Salisbury Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
192
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Rowan County

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