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#361 of 404 private schools in NC

Tillery Christian Academy

School

876 PEE DEE AVE, Norwood, NC 28128

Private

Enrollment

41

Student-Teacher

7.3:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#361 of 404

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Tillery Christian Academy

4.8/10

School in Norwood · grades Kindergarten – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Tillery Christian Academy

Tillery Christian Academy is a private school in Norwood, NC. Tillery Christian Academy serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tillery Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #361 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.4 pts below NC schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 41 students, Tillery Christian 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, Tillery Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Tillery Christian 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 Tillery Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Norwood, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
This School
vs
15.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
41
This School
vs
373
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.8
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.1% vs 0%
Black 2.4% vs 0%
Tillery Christian Academy Norwood Public Avg

All Schools in Norwood

School Rating
Tillery Christian Academy (this school) 4.8
Norwood Elementary 5.8
South Stanly Middle 4.3
South Stanly High 5.4
Aquadale Elementary 7.3

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- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,097.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 9%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 41
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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 95.1%
Black 2.4%
Two or More 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

876 PEE DEE AVE, Norwood, NC 28128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tillery Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Badin Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Badin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanly Early College High (rated 8.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Albemarle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ansonville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Wadesboro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norwood, see our Norwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Norwood Elementary Norwood 1.3 mi 5.8
South Stanly Middle Norwood 2.3 mi 4.3
South Stanly High Norwood 2.4 mi 5.4
Aquadale Elementary Norwood 5.7 mi 7.3
East Albemarle Elementary Albemarle 8.1 mi 3.7
Mount Gilead Elementary Mount Gilead 6.9 mi 3.2
Albemarle Middle Albemarle 8.3 mi 2.4
Ansonville Elementary Wadesboro 9.3 mi 8.0
Central Elementary Albemarle 9.0 mi 3.4
Stanly Academy Learning Center Albemarle 9.7 mi
STRAITWAY BAPTIST SCHOOL Albemarle 9.7 mi
Albemarle High Albemarle 10.0 mi 4.5
Stanly STEM Early College Albemarle 10.0 mi 6.0
Stanly County Virtual Education Albemarle 9.8 mi 2.8
Stanly Early College High Albemarle 9.4 mi 8.1
Badin Elementary Badin 11.3 mi 8.6
Endy Elementary Albemarle 10.0 mi 5.6
West Middle Mount Gilead 11.5 mi 5.2
North Stanly Middle New London 13.4 mi 4.3
North Stanly High New London 13.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,941

Median Home Value

$179,700

Median Rent

$828/mo

Population

7,610

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

41.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHARITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lawndale, NC 4.8
NEW INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Goldsboro, NC 4.7
Yadkin Success Academy Yadkinville, NC 5.1
NEWPORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport, NC 5.2
Wilson Academy of Virtual Education Wilson, NC 5.2
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis, NC 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tillery Christian Academy

What grades does Tillery Christian Academy serve?

Tillery Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.

How many students attend Tillery Christian Academy?

Tillery Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tillery Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Tillery Christian Academy is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Tillery Christian Academy rank in NC?

Tillery Christian Academy ranks #361 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Tillery Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Tillery Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Tillery Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Tillery Christian 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 Tillery Christian Academy a religious school?

Tillery Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
41
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Stanly County

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