North Cross School

4254 Colonial Avenue Sw, Roanoke, VA, 24018-0240 - View a map of this schoolMap

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North Cross School is a college-preparatory, day school grounded in a strong liberal arts and science curriculum combined with exceptional co-curricular programs. The academic program, from Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade, prepares students to become responsible, successful citizens by encouraging them to explore their interests and develop their talents. The School is located at 4254 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, VA, 24018....

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North Cross School
School Membership(s) Institute for Independent Education
National Association of Independent Schools
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Nursery/Preschool - 12
Year Founded 1944
County Roanoke County, VA
Student Body
Total Students 518 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(VA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 15% 19%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 34 students
Kind - 39 students
Grade 1 - 49 students
Grade 2 - 32 students
Grade 3 - 31 students
Grade 4 - 38 students
Grade 5 - 40 students
Grade 6 - 35 students
Grade 7 - 40 students
Grade 8 - 37 students
Grade 9 - 46 students
Grade 10 - 24 students
Grade 11 - 33 students
Grade 12 - 40 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 48 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 71%
Average Class Size 500
Number of AP Courses 14
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
United States HistoryStudio Art 2-D Portfolio
StatisticsSpanish Language
Music TheoryLatin Literature
Government and Politics: United StatesFrench Literature
Environmental ScienceEnglish Literature and Composition
English Language and CompositionChemistry
Calculus BCCaculus AB
Average SAT score 1147
Average ACT score 23
Classroom dress code Casual
(Khaki bottoms and collared shirt)
This School
(VA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio n/a * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 170 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Detailed information about tuition information is available at www.northcross.org/admission
% on Financial Aid 20%
Average Financial Aid Grant $55
Acceptance Rate 90%
Head of School Timothy J. Seeley, Headmaster
Admissions Director Deborah C. Jessee
Admissions Associate Amy Jacksion
Sport
Total Sports Offered 14
 
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryField Hockey
FootballGolf
LacrosseSoccer
SoftballSwimming
TennisTrack and Field
Volley BallWrestling

School Notes:

  • North Cross School is a college-preparatory, day school grounded in a strong liberal arts and science curriculum combined with exceptional co-curricular programs. The academic program, from Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade, prepares students to become responsible, successful citizens by encouraging them to explore their interests and develop their talents. The School is located at 4254 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, VA, 24018.
  • Profile last updated: 07/10/2009

In the News:

  • Basketball signs two for 2010-11 (The Echo)
    posted on November 19, 2009 at 02:48:23 am
    In the first week of the 2009-10 season, the UTC basketball coaching staff created a splash concerning the 2010-11 season and beyond. The Mocs got a jump on recruiting and signed two players that could see significant playing time as early as next season.
  • Banks signs with Mocs (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
    posted on November 12, 2009 at 05:15:19 am
    University of Tennessee at Chattanooga coach John Shulman has received scholarship papers from 6-foot-7 forward Anthony Banks of North Cross School in Roanoke, Va.
  • Mocs Sign Virginia High School Star (WTVC Chattanooga)
    posted on November 11, 2009 at 10:05:16 pm
    University of Tennessee at Chattanooga head John Shulman announced the signing of Anthony “A.D.” Banks to scholarship papers on Wednesday. The 6’7”, 210-lb., forward is a senior at North Cross School in Roanoke, Va.
  • Mocs Sign Virginia High School Star (The Chattanoogan)
    posted on November 11, 2009 at 09:34:15 pm
    UTC men's basketball coach John Shulman announced the signing of Anthony “A.D.” Banks to scholarship papers on Wednesday. The 6’7”, 210-pound forward is a senior at North Cross School in Roanoke, Va.
  • Graduating today - roanoke.com (Roanoke Times)
    posted on June 1, 2009 at 05:40:22 am
    North Cross School When: 11 a.m. Where: Carter Athletic Center on campus Graduates: 30 Valedictorian: Clifford Merritt Boyd Speaker: Retiring English and drama teacher Gates DeHart

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (24018)
School Zip (24018)
(VA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 28,877 people 7,077,888 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 50% 26%
Population Average Age 43 years old 35 years old
Average Household size 2.4 persons 2.5 persons
Median Household Income $55,734 $55,023
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 7 rooms 6.1 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 35 years old 34 years old
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