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#142 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 35% of private schools

Tri-city Christian Academy

School

8000 CLINARD FARMS RD, High Point, NC 27265

Private

Enrollment

183

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#142 of 404

In High Point

#8 of 9

public schools

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Tri-city Christian Academy

6.8/10

School in High Point · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.7/10

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6.4/10

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About Tri-city Christian Academy

Tri-city Christian Academy is a private school in High Point, NC. Tri-city Christian Academy serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Tri-city Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.6 pts above NC schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 183 students, Tri-city 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.

Tri-city 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.

Tri-city Christian Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Tri-city Christian Academy compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in High Point, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
183
This School
vs
534
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 30.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 30.6% vs 0%
White 25.1% vs 0%
Asian 10.4% vs 0%
Tri-city Christian Academy High Point Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Tri-city Christian Academy (this school) 6.8
Phoenix Academy - Primary Elem Upper 3.7
Southwest Guilford High 6.4
Southwest Guilford Middle 4.6
Southwest Elementary 8.8
Florence Elementary 7.9
Oak View Elementary 3.2
Shadybrook Elementary 6.1
T Wingate Andrews High 6.0
Kearns Academy 8.8
Welborn Middle 4.0
Montlieu Academy of Technology 5.3
Johnson Street Global Studies 5.9
Kirkman Park Elementary 6.2
Parkview Village Elementary 6.6
Northwood Elementary 4.7
Penn-Griffin Schools 6.0
Union Hill Elementary 6.9
Triangle Lake Montessori Elem 6.3
Ferndale Middle 3.8
High Point Central High 7.1

Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in High Point

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)
C 3.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 74%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 183
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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)

Black 30.6%
Hispanic 30.6%
White 25.1%
Asian 10.4%
Two or More 2.7%
Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8000 CLINARD FARMS RD, High Point, NC 27265

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tri-city Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SHINING LIGHT ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Greensboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE PIEDMONT SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cornerstone Charter Academy-CFA (rated 7.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Greensboro), with a very similar rating. For more schools in High Point, see our High Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Phoenix Academy - Primary Elem Upper High Point 0.9 mi 3.7
Southwest Guilford High High Point 1.1 mi 6.4
Southwest Guilford Middle High Point 1.3 mi 4.6
Southwest Elementary High Point 1.3 mi 8.8
THE PIEDMONT SCHOOL High Point 2.8 mi 7.3
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL High Point 2.7 mi 7.3
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY High Point 2.7 mi 7.5
Florence Elementary High Point 3.1 mi 7.9
Colfax Elementary Colfax 3.4 mi 8.4
Cornerstone Charter Academy-CFA Greensboro 3.7 mi 7.0
Oak View Elementary High Point 4.6 mi 3.2
Shadybrook Elementary High Point 4.6 mi 6.1
SHINING LIGHT ACADEMY Greensboro 4.3 mi 8.6
T Wingate Andrews High High Point 5.4 mi 6.0
Doris Henderson Newcomers Sch Greensboro 4.5 mi 4.0
Kearns Academy High Point 5.6 mi 8.8
Welborn Middle High Point 5.6 mi 4.0
Western Guilford High Greensboro 4.6 mi 7.6
Guilford Elementary Greensboro 4.9 mi 3.8
Jamestown Elementary Jamestown 5.5 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,929

Median Home Value

$239,400

Median Rent

$1,123/mo

Population

50,123

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

41.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
SHEETS MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington, NC 6.8
BAILEY'S GROVE BAPTIST SCHOOL Asheboro, NC 6.7
Ocracoke School Ocracoke, NC 6.7
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mc Leansville, NC 6.9
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Raleigh, NC 6.9
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spruce Pine, NC 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tri-city Christian Academy

What grades does Tri-city Christian Academy serve?

Tri-city Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Tri-city Christian Academy?

Tri-city Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tri-city Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Tri-city Christian Academy is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Tri-city Christian Academy rank in NC?

Tri-city Christian Academy ranks #142 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Tri-city Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Tri-city Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Tri-city Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Tri-city Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Tri-city Christian Academy a religious school?

Tri-city Christian Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
183
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Guilford County

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