Very Good
#47 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 11% of private schools
Wayne Country Day School
School
480 COUNTRY DAY RD, Goldsboro, NC 27530
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#47 of 404
In Goldsboro
#1 of 8
public schools
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About Wayne Country Day School
Wayne Country Day School is a private school in Goldsboro, NC. Wayne Country Day School serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayne Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Wayne Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wayne Country Day School 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 Wayne Country Day School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Goldsboro, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wayne Country Day School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Wayne Early / Middle College High | 6.9 |
| Wayne Preparatory Academy | 4.8 |
| North Drive Elementary | 1.5 |
| Tommy's Road Elementary | 5.2 |
| Wayne Middle / High Academy | 5.1 |
| Goldsboro High | 2.8 |
| Wayne School of Engineering | 8.2 |
| Edgewood Cmty Developmental | 3.6 |
| Greenwood Middle | 5.4 |
| Dillard Academy | 5.4 |
| Dillard Middle | 2.7 |
| Meadow Lane Elementary | 7.8 |
| Carver Heights Elementary | 4.6 |
| Eastern Wayne Middle | 4.0 |
| Wayne School of Technical Arts | — |
| Eastern Wayne High | 4.4 |
| Eastern Wayne Elementary | 4.7 |
| Rosewood Middle | 5.6 |
| Rosewood High | 5.7 |
| Rosewood Elementary | 6.3 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Goldsboro
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
480 COUNTRY DAY RD, Goldsboro, NC 27530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wayne Country Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.5/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is WAYNE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Wayne Preparatory Academy (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Goldsboro, see our Goldsboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goldsboro | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| WAYNE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goldsboro | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Wayne Preparatory Academy Goldsboro | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| North Drive Elementary Goldsboro | 1.2 mi | 1.5 |
| Wayne Early / Middle College High Goldsboro | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Goldsboro | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Wayne Middle / High Academy Goldsboro | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Goldsboro High Goldsboro | 1.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Wayne School of Engineering Goldsboro | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Edgewood Cmty Developmental Goldsboro | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Tommy's Road Elementary Goldsboro | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| WAYNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Goldsboro | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| THE CHILDRENS HOUSE OF GOLDSBORO Goldsboro | 2.1 mi | — |
| NEW INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Goldsboro | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Greenwood Middle Goldsboro | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Dillard Middle Goldsboro | 3.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Meadow Lane Elementary Goldsboro | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goldsboro | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Dillard Academy Goldsboro | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Carver Heights Elementary Goldsboro | 3.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,507
Median Home Value
$176,500
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
37,442
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NEW GARDEN FRIENDS SCHOOL Greensboro, NC | 7.7 |
| RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh, NC | 7.8 |
| THE OAKWOOD SCHOOL Greenville, NC | 7.8 |
| ARBORBROOK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Matthews, NC | 7.6 |
| NORTH HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salisbury, NC | 7.6 |
| THE FLETCHER SCHOOL Charlotte, NC | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wayne Country Day School
What grades does Wayne Country Day School serve?
Wayne Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Wayne Country Day School?
Wayne Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayne Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wayne Country Day School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wayne Country Day School rank in NC?
Wayne Country Day School ranks #47 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Wayne Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wayne Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wayne Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Wayne Country Day School 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 Wayne Country Day School a religious school?
No, Wayne Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 278
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (919) 736-1045
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