Excellent
#7 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 2% of private schools
Shining Light Academy
School
4530 W WENDOVER AVE, Greensboro, NC 27409
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#7 of 404
In Greensboro
#1 of 13
public schools
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Shining Light Academy
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About Shining Light Academy
Shining Light Academy is a private school in Greensboro, NC. Shining Light Academy serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Shining Light Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, Shining Light 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.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Shining Light Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shining Light 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 Shining Light Academy compares to 81 public schools serving similar grades in Greensboro, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shining Light Academy (this school) | 8.6 |
| Western Guilford High | 7.6 |
| Doris Henderson Newcomers Sch | 4.0 |
| Pilot Elementary | 4.6 |
| Western Guilford Middle | 3.4 |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary | 6.1 |
| Sedgefield Elementary | 5.7 |
| Morehead Elementary | 5.6 |
| Early College at Guilford | 8.0 |
| Guilford Elementary | 3.8 |
| Guilford eLearning University Prep | 7.9 |
| Hunter Elementary | 4.8 |
| Academy at Smith | 8.0 |
| Ben L. Smith High School | 6.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 7.0 |
| Sternberger Elementary | 9.2 |
| Murphey Traditional Academy | 3.2 |
| Jackson Middle | 3.6 |
| John Van Lindley Elementary | 7.4 |
| Archer Elementary | 6.0 |
| Cornerstone Charter Academy-CFA | 7.0 |
Showing 20 of 81 schools. View all schools in Greensboro
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
4530 W WENDOVER AVE, Greensboro, NC 27409
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shining Light Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Doris Henderson Newcomers Sch (rated 4.0/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Phoenix Academy - Primary Elem Upper (rated 3.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby High Point), a more accessible option. For more schools in Greensboro, see our Greensboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Western Guilford High Greensboro | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Doris Henderson Newcomers Sch Greensboro | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Pilot Elementary Greensboro | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Western Guilford Middle Greensboro | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary Greensboro | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Guilford Elementary Greensboro | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Early College at Guilford Greensboro | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Sedgefield Elementary Greensboro | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Morehead Elementary Greensboro | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Florence Elementary High Point | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| GTCC Middle College High Jamestown | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Millis Road Elementary Jamestown | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| C Joyner Greene Education Center Jamestown | 4.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Lucy Ragsdale High Jamestown | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Greensboro | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Hunter Elementary Greensboro | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Guilford eLearning University Prep Greensboro | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Phoenix Academy - Primary Elem Upper High Point | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Academy at Smith Greensboro | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Jamestown Elementary Jamestown | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27409 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,862
Median Home Value
$189,200
Median Rent
$1,173/mo
Population
16,927
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
35
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| GRACE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Jacksonville, NC | 8.7 |
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| BRTISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTE Charlotte, NC | 8.4 |
| CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham, NC | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shining Light Academy
What grades does Shining Light Academy serve?
Shining Light Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Shining Light Academy?
Shining Light Academy has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shining Light Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Shining Light Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shining Light Academy rank in NC?
Shining Light Academy ranks #7 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Shining Light Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Shining Light Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shining Light Academy a private school?
Yes, Shining Light Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Shining Light Academy a religious school?
Shining Light Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Guilford County
- Phone
- (336) 299-9688
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