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#251 of 404 private schools in NC
Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5
Elementary School
8012 NEW TOWN RD, Waxhaw, NC 28173
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5
Elementary School in Waxhaw · grades Kindergarten – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5
Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 is a private elementary school in Waxhaw, NC. Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #251 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 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 Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Waxhaw, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 (this school) | 6.0 |
| Rea View Elementary | 8.6 |
| Cuthbertson Middle | 7.2 |
| Marvin Ridge Middle | 7.9 |
| Sandy Ridge Elementary | 8.7 |
| Kensington Elementary | 8.0 |
| New Town Elementary | 8.8 |
| South Providence | 4.1 |
| Waxhaw Elementary | 5.9 |
| Western Union Elementary | 6.3 |
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
8012 NEW TOWN RD, Waxhaw, NC 28173
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rea Farms STEAM Academy (rated 9.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Charlotte), which scores notably higher. Another option is Polo Ridge Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Charlotte), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Town Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waxhaw, see our Waxhaw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rea View Elementary Waxhaw | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| WEDDINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weddington | 2.0 mi | — |
| Cuthbertson Middle Waxhaw | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Cuthbertson High Waxhaw | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Marvin Ridge Middle Waxhaw | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Marvin Ridge High Waxhaw | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Weddington High Matthews | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Weddington Elementary Matthews | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Weddington Middle Matthews | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Marvin Elementary Marvin | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Sandy Ridge Elementary Waxhaw | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Kensington Elementary Waxhaw | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| KIDS R KIDS ACADEMY AT BLAKENEY Charlotte | 3.6 mi | — |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF CHARLOTTE-BLAKENEY Charlotte | 3.6 mi | — |
| New Town Elementary Waxhaw | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Polo Ridge Elementary Charlotte | 4.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Rea Farms STEAM Academy Charlotte | 4.4 mi | 9.2 |
| OMNI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlotte | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Union Day School Weddington | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Ardrey Kell High School Charlotte | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$146,196
Median Home Value
$558,500
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Population
63,503
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
89.4%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
41.3
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| Archer Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.0 |
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| C. G. Credle Elementary Oxford, NC | 6.0 |
| Cash Elementary Kernersville, NC | 6.0 |
| Ceasar Cone Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.0 |
| Green Valley Elementary Boone, NC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5
What grades does Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 serve?
Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5?
Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5?
The student-teacher ratio at Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 rank in NC?
Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 ranks #251 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5's MySchoolScout rating?
Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 a private school?
Yes, Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 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 Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 a religious school?
No, Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (704) 256-5370
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