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#393 of 404 private schools in NC
The Way Christian Academy
School · Hendersonville, NC
A private school in Hendersonville, NC serving grades Pre-K – 12th.
1315 OLD SPARTANBURG RD, Hendersonville, NC 28792
- 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. NC average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where The Way Christian Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 35Car-Dependent
- Bike 35Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High3,355/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$55,066
Median home value
$249,300
Median rent
$1,131/mo
College educated
26.4%
Homeownership
60%
Poverty rate
15.8%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 28792; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faith-covenant Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | Not rated | K–12 | 1.6 mi | 25 | Compare → |
| St Gerard House (grotto 2)Private · tuition | Not rated | 1–11 | 1.9 mi | 13 | Compare → |
| Stoney Mountain Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | Not rated | 4–10 | 4.7 mi | 7 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
The Way Christian Academy is listed in Hendersonville, NC; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About The Way Christian Academy
The Way Christian Academy is a private school in Hendersonville, NC, serving approximately 102 students in grades Pre-K-12th with a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 404 private schools in NC.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about The Way Christian Academy
What grades does The Way Christian Academy serve?
The Way Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Way Christian Academy?
The Way Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Way Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Way Christian Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Way Christian Academy rank in NC?
The Way Christian Academy ranks #393 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is The Way Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The Way Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Way Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, The Way Christian 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 The Way Christian Academy a religious school?
The Way Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Henderson County
- Phone
- (828) 692-4977
- Area population (ZIP 28792)
- 36,071
- Area average commute
- 22.2 min
- Area median age
- 45.4
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 28792; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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