Emma Lee Broady Academy

Emma Lee Broady Academy in Graham, NC, serves 101 students in grades 2 through 11 in a rural, nonsectarian setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 34:1 with 3 total teachers on staff.
Emma Lee Broady Academy is recognized for having the highest percentage of students of color among private schools in North Carolina, ranking in the top 20% statewide for diversity.
The academy holds membership in other school associations and a state or regional independent school association.
Nearby private schools include Bible Wesleyan Christian School and Alamance Christian School, providing families with multiple options in the Graham area.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 2-11
  • Enrollment: 101 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Emma Lee Broady Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-11

Student Body

Total Students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Emma Lee Broady Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Emma Lee Broady Academy?
The application deadline for Emma Lee Broady Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 2-11
  • Enrollment: 101 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $12,711 for elementary schools and $14,095 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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