Ephesus Junior Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Ephesus Junior Academy in Winston Salem, NC offers co–ed education for grades PK through 8 in a midsize city community.
Founded in 1957, the school maintains an enrollment of 50 students with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average class size of 15.
The school is affiliated with the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and reflects 100% student diversity.
Ephesus Junior Academy serves families seeking a Seventh Day Adventist elementary and middle school program in Winston Salem.
Located in Winston Salem, this PK–8 private school provides education in a city–based setting with a faculty of three teachers.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 50 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Ephesus Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Ephesus Junior Academy
Pre-K	19
Kind	6
1	1
2	2
3	6
4	2
5	4
6	6
7	2
8	2

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Grade Pre-K is largest with 19 students, far more than any other grade at Ephesus Junior Academy.

Year Founded

1957

School Motto

Ephesus Junior Academy- a place where academic excellence and faith become one journey.

Student Body

Total Students

50 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists (Education) (GCSDAC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

$428 per month

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What is Ephesus Junior Academy's ranking?

Ephesus Junior Academy 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 Ephesus Junior Academy?

The application deadline for Ephesus Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 4/6/2019

Great school to place your child. They having a loving staff equipped to teach your child and prepare him/her for their educationally journey. I am happy that I made the decision to send my son to EJA.

- Posted by Parent - 31How

5 7/24/2015

I love this school! I am a former student and my grandmother ( Mary Cowan ) who is now deceased was a member of the church. I attended the school 5 years ago, and still remember my teachers name! ( Ms. Campbell ). Ill never forget this wonderful school, and i thank them for allowing me to have such a great experience!

- Posted by Student/Alumni - the.q

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Winston Salem, NC is $11,630 for elementary schools and $15,710 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Winston Salem, NC is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).