Halifax Academy
Halifax Academy is a private, co-educational, college preparatory day school for students in grades Pre-K through 12 located in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Halifax Academy offers qualified and caring Christian teachers in small classes.
The curriculum is integrated with a nondenominational Christian emphasis, a wide variety of student activities and programs in athletics and in the arts.
Our parents and students come from many backgrounds and social strata, with the desire to receive an education which demonstrates quality by consistently seeing our students place at the top of student performance rankings in North Carolina.
Our alumni are accepted by colleges and universities across the nation.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,716
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Halifax Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
292 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
1%
Average Class Size
15 students
Average SAT score
1030
Average ACT score
19
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
1%
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Battle Of The Books, Jr. Beta, Monogram Club, Octagon Club, Quiz Bowl, Sr. Beta, Student Government Association
School Notes
- Halifax Academy is a private, co-educational, college preparatory day school for students in grades Pre-K through 12 located in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Halifax Academy offers qualified and caring Christian teachers in small classes. The curriculum is integrated with a nondenominational Christian emphasis, a wide variety of student activities and programs in athletics and in the arts. Our parents and students come from many backgrounds and social strata, with the desire to receive an education which demonstrates quality by consistently seeing our students place at the top of student performance rankings in North Carolina. Our alumni are accepted by colleges and universities across the nation.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Halifax Academy cost?
Halifax Academy's tuition is approximately $4,716 for private students.
What schools are Halifax Academy often compared to?
Halifax Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cornerston Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Halifax Academy?
The acceptance rate of Halifax Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does Halifax Academy offer?
Halifax Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Volleyball.
What is Halifax Academy's ranking?
Halifax Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Halifax Academy?
The application deadline for Halifax Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Halifax Academy is Cornerston Christian School (6.5 miles away)
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Cornerston Christian School
(Christian)
Grades: PK-12 | 80 students 6.5 miles 90 Wood Store Road
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 535-3007
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 535-3007
6.5
PK-12
80
Ahoskie Christian School
(Baptist)
Grades: PK-12 | 231 students 38.5 miles 500 Kiwanis St
Ahoskie, NC 27910
(252) 332-2764
Ahoskie, NC 27910
(252) 332-2764
38.5
PK-12
231
Grades: PK-12 | 284 students 37.9 miles 420 Nc Hwy 11 N
Ahoskie, NC 27910
(252) 332-2964
Ahoskie, NC 27910
(252) 332-2964
37.9
PK-12
284
Grades: PK-12 | 385 students 103.3 miles 1615 Greenwood Terrace
Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 228-0296
Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 228-0296
103.3
PK-12
385
Hopewell Academy
(3)
Grades: 6-12 78 miles 101 Preston Executive Dr.
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 481-2123
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 481-2123
78
6-12
n/a
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