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#177 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 44% of private schools

South Charlotte Baptist Academy

School

12416 LANCASTER HWY, Pineville, NC 28134

Private

Enrollment

47

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 10th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#177 of 404

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South Charlotte Baptist Academy

6.5/10

School in Pineville · grades Pre-K – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About South Charlotte Baptist Academy

South Charlotte Baptist Academy is a private school in Pineville, NC. South Charlotte Baptist Academy serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. South Charlotte Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it comparesOn par with NC schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 47 students, South Charlotte Baptist 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, South Charlotte Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

South Charlotte Baptist 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 South Charlotte Baptist Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Pineville, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
This School
vs
16.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
47
This School
vs
743
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
4.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.2% vs 0%
Black 14.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.6% vs 0%
Asian 4.3% vs 0%
South Charlotte Baptist Academy Pineville Public Avg

All Schools in Pineville

School Rating
South Charlotte Baptist Academy (this school) 6.5
Pineville Elementary 7.1
Sterling Elementary 2.5

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)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,156
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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Enrollment 47
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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 70.2%
Black 14.9%
Hispanic 10.6%
Asian 4.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12416 LANCASTER HWY, Pineville, NC 28134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Charlotte Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BRTISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTE (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Charlotte), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMENIUS SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEADERSHIP (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Fort Mill), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MANUS ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Charlotte), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pineville, see our Pineville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Pineville Elementary Pineville 0.8 mi 7.1
COMENIUS SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEADERSHIP Fort Mill 1.9 mi 7.0
CHARLOTTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Charlotte 2.0 mi 4.5
Sterling Elementary Pineville 2.4 mi 2.5
FUSION ACADEMY AND LEARNING CENTER - CHARLOTTE Charlotte 2.1 mi 6.8
FUSION CHARLOTTE Charlotte 2.3 mi 7.6
South Mecklenburg High School Charlotte 2.8 mi 6.6
MANUS ACADEMY Charlotte 2.5 mi 7.0
BRTISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTE Charlotte 2.4 mi 8.4
Ballantyne Elementary Charlotte 2.8 mi 7.2
Sugar Creek Elementary Fort Mill 2.6 mi 7.7
Endhaven Elementary Charlotte 2.6 mi 6.3
Nation Ford High Fort Mill 2.8 mi 8.5
Smithfield Elementary Charlotte 3.1 mi 6.9
Quail Hollow Middle Charlotte 3.2 mi 4.5
McAlpine Elementary Charlotte 3.0 mi 7.9
Springfield Elementary Fort Mill 3.2 mi 7.6
Springfield Middle Fort Mill 3.3 mi 7.7
Harrisburg Elementary Indian Land 3.9 mi 8.5
Harper Middle College High Charlotte 4.0 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,947

Median Home Value

$336,200

Median Rent

$1,694/mo

Population

13,121

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

35.7

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NORTHVIEW BAPTIST ACADEMY Fayetteville, NC 6.4
REDEEMER PREPARATORY ACADEMY Statesville, NC 6.6
SOUTHEASTERN AUTISM ACADEMY Wilmington, NC 6.4
THE NEST ACADEMY Charlotte, NC 6.4
CALVARY EDUCATION CENTER Sanford, NC 6.3
GREAT ACCOMPLISHMENTS ACADEMY Wilson, NC 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Charlotte Baptist Academy

What grades does South Charlotte Baptist Academy serve?

South Charlotte Baptist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.

How many students attend South Charlotte Baptist Academy?

South Charlotte Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Charlotte Baptist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at South Charlotte Baptist Academy is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does South Charlotte Baptist Academy rank in NC?

South Charlotte Baptist Academy ranks #177 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is South Charlotte Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

South Charlotte Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is South Charlotte Baptist Academy a private school?

Yes, South Charlotte Baptist 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 South Charlotte Baptist Academy a religious school?

South Charlotte Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
47
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mecklenburg County

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