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True Light Shines Academy
School
2405 WAIT AVE, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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True Light Shines Academy
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About True Light Shines Academy
True Light Shines Academy is a private school in Wake Forest, NC. True Light Shines Academy serves approximately 22 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 22 students, True Light Shines 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, True Light Shines Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
True Light Shines 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 True Light Shines Academy compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Wake Forest, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| True Light Shines Academy (this school) | — |
| Jones Dairy Elementary | 8.7 |
| Franklin Academy | 7.9 |
| Envision Science Academy | 9.1 |
| Wake Forest Charter Academy | 6.7 |
| Heritage Middle | 8.3 |
| Heritage Elementary | 8.0 |
| Heritage High | 7.8 |
| Wake Forest Elementary | 5.3 |
| Wake Forest High School | 7.3 |
| Wake Forest Middle School | 4.2 |
| Richland Creek Elementary | 8.9 |
| North Wake College and Career Academy | 7.8 |
| Wake Preparatory Academy | — |
| Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School | 4.3 |
| Endeavor Charter School | 8.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Private · Assembly of God
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Address
- 2405 WAIT AVE, Wake Forest, NC 27587
- Phone
- (919) 720-2864
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2405 WAIT AVE, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering True Light Shines Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Franklin Academy (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away). Additionally, Youngsville Academy (rated 5.7/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Youngsville). For more schools in Wake Forest, see our Wake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jones Dairy Elementary Wake Forest | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Sanford Creek Elementary Rolesville | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Franklin Academy Wake Forest | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Envision Science Academy Wake Forest | 2.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Wake Forest Charter Academy Wake Forest | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Rolesville Elementary Rolesville | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| THALES ACADEMY Rolesville | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Rolesville High Rolesville | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Rolesville Middle Rolesville | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Rolesville Charter Academy Rolesville | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Heritage Middle Wake Forest | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Heritage High Wake Forest | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Heritage Elementary Wake Forest | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Wake Forest Elementary Wake Forest | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Youngsville Elementary Youngsville | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Wake Forest High School Wake Forest | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wake Forest | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Youngsville Academy Youngsville | 5.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Cedar Creek Middle Youngsville | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Wake Forest Middle School Wake Forest | 4.5 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,607
Median Home Value
$452,400
Median Rent
$1,415/mo
Population
81,902
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
40.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about True Light Shines Academy
What grades does True Light Shines Academy serve?
True Light Shines Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend True Light Shines Academy?
True Light Shines Academy has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at True Light Shines Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at True Light Shines 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.
Is True Light Shines Academy a private school?
Yes, True Light Shines Academy is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is True Light Shines Academy a religious school?
True Light Shines Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Assembly of God
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 720-2864
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