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#148 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 36% of private schools

Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite

School

3791 NW CARY PKWY, Cary, NC 27513

Private

Enrollment

35

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#148 of 404

In Cary

#3 of 6

public schools

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Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite

6.8/10

School in Cary · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Michael the Archangel Catholic School

6.2/10

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7.9/10

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About Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite

Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite is a private school in Cary, NC. Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.6 pts above NC schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 35 students, Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite 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 Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Cary, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
35
This School
vs
895
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.4% vs 0%
Asian 5.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.9% vs 0%
Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite Cary Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite (this school) 6.8
Weatherstone Elementary 7.9
West Cary Middle 7.5
Northwoods Elementary 7.8
Davis Drive Elementary 8.9
Davis Drive Middle 8.7
Cardinal Charter Academy 7.0
Cary Elementary 7.1
Kingswood Elementary 7.0
Briarcliff Elementary 6.2
Green Hope Elementary 9.0
Green Hope High 8.0
Carpenter Elementary 7.7
East Cary Middle 7.1
Reedy Creek Middle 7.1
Cary High 6.9
Reedy Creek Elementary 5.8
Adams Elementary 5.1
Farmington Woods Elementary 8.4
Turner Creek Elementary 6.9
Highcroft Elementary 9.0

Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Cary

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- 8.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,240
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 45%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Enrollment 35
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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 71.4%
Two or More 20.0%
Asian 5.7%
Hispanic 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3791 NW CARY PKWY, Cary, NC 27513

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite may also want to explore other schools in the area. Green Hope Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Davis Drive Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Davis Drive Middle (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cary, see our Cary schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cary 0.4 mi 6.2
Weatherstone Elementary Cary 0.4 mi 7.9
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY Cary 1.3 mi 7.9
West Cary Middle Cary 1.5 mi 7.5
Northwoods Elementary Cary 1.6 mi 7.8
GROVE SCHOOL OF CARY Cary 2.0 mi
KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS SCHOOL Cary 1.7 mi
Morrisville Elementary Morrisville 2.0 mi 8.0
Davis Drive Elementary Cary 2.0 mi 8.9
Laurel Park Elementary Apex 2.4 mi 7.7
Davis Drive Middle Cary 2.1 mi 8.7
PEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Apex 2.5 mi
Cardinal Charter Academy Cary 2.2 mi 7.0
Cary Elementary Cary 2.2 mi 7.1
Briarcliff Elementary Cary 2.4 mi 6.2
Kingswood Elementary Cary 2.3 mi 7.0
DISCOVERY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER LLC Morrisville 2.6 mi
LUCY DANIELS SCHOOL Cary 2.8 mi
Green Hope Elementary Cary 2.4 mi 9.0
Sterling Montessori Academy Morrisville 3.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,458

Median Home Value

$468,300

Median Rent

$1,491/mo

Population

47,444

College Educated

67.9%

Homeownership

63.2%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

40.8

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FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham, NC 6.9
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BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem, NC 7.0
REDEEMER PREPARATORY ACADEMY Statesville, NC 6.6
THE SCHOOL OF HOPE Fayetteville, NC 7.0
FIVE POINTS EDUCATION TRAINING CENTER Kinston, NC 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite

What grades does Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite serve?

Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite?

Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite?

The student-teacher ratio at Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite rank in NC?

Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite ranks #148 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite's MySchoolScout rating?

Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite a private school?

Yes, Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite 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 Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite a religious school?

No, Scholars Academy Gifted and Artistically Elite is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
35
Gender Split
29% M / 71% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
155 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Wake County

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