Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NC School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Eckerd Connects
About the School
- Eckerd Connects serves 28 students in grades 6-11.
- The student:teacher of Eckerd Connects is 14:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NC School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Eckerd Connects ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
Student Body
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eckerd Connects's ranking?
Eckerd Connects ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Eckerd Connects?
The application deadline for Eckerd Connects is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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