Below Average
#354 of 404 private schools in NC
Southpoint Academy
Elementary School
7415 FAYETTEVILLE RD, Durham, NC 27713
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#354 of 404
In Durham
#19 of 19
public schools
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Southpoint Academy
Elementary School in Durham · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southpoint Academy
Southpoint Academy is a private elementary school in Durham, NC. Southpoint Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Southpoint Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #354 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Southpoint 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.
Southpoint 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 Southpoint Academy compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Durham, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southpoint Academy (this school) | 4.9 |
| Lyons Farm Elementary | 8.6 |
| Parkwood Elementary | 4.5 |
| Southwest Elementary | 8.3 |
| North Carolina Cyber Academy | 4.6 |
| Kestrel Heights School | 3.7 |
| NC Virtual Academy | 4.7 |
| Pearsontown Elementary | 8.7 |
| Ignite Online Academy | 4.9 |
| Creekside Elementary | 4.4 |
| W G Pearson Elementary | 7.2 |
| The Institute Development Young Leaders | 6.8 |
| Hope Valley Elementary | 6.5 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary | 5.6 |
| Research Triangle Charter | 4.5 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art | 4.5 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary | 4.9 |
| Lakewood Elementary | 6.0 |
| R N Harris Elementary | 5.4 |
| Bethesda Elementary | 5.8 |
| Burton Elementary | 9.0 |
Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Durham
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
7415 FAYETTEVILLE RD, Durham, NC 27713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southpoint Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hortons Creek Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Cary), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pearsontown Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lyons Farm Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lyons Farm Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| THE STUDIO SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Parkwood Elementary Durham | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| C E Jordan High Durham | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Southwest Elementary Durham | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| North Carolina Cyber Academy Durham | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Pearsontown Elementary Durham | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Kestrel Heights School Durham | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Lowe's Grove Middle Durham | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| NC Virtual Academy Durham | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Alston Ridge Middle Cary | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Alston Ridge Elementary Cary | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Hortons Creek Elementary Cary | 4.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Creekside Elementary Durham | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Ignite Online Academy Durham | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Sherwood Githens Middle Durham | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| FIVE OAKS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Durham | 4.2 mi | — |
| Research Triangle High School Research Triangle Pk | 3.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Rashkis Elementary Chapel Hill | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Durham School of Technology Durham | 4.6 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,900
Median Home Value
$380,500
Median Rent
$1,460/mo
Population
58,409
College Educated
65.2%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EPHESUS JR ACADEMY Winston-Salem, NC | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Chapel Hill, NC | 4.8 |
| ST ANNE'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL Jacksonville, NC | 5.2 |
| HOLY YOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chapel Hill, NC | 4.6 |
| CEDARWOOD ACADEMY Charlotte, NC | 5.4 |
| GREENVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Winterville, NC | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southpoint Academy
What grades does Southpoint Academy serve?
Southpoint Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Southpoint Academy?
Southpoint Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southpoint Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Southpoint Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southpoint Academy rank in NC?
Southpoint Academy ranks #354 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Southpoint Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Southpoint 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 Southpoint Academy a private school?
Yes, Southpoint 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 Southpoint Academy a religious school?
Southpoint Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 544-5652
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