Imago Dei Classical Academy

2035 Jeffress Rd Mills River, NC 28759
www.idcanc.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Kindergarten-9
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Imago Dei Classical Academy in Mills River, NC, serves 30 co–ed students from kindergarten through 9th grade in a suburban setting.
  • The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with 8 total teachers supporting its enrollment.
  • Approximately 30% of the student body represents racial diversity.
  • The academy offers elementary and secondary programs with a special academic emphasis and operates under an "Other" orientation affiliation.
  • Located in a large suburb, the school provides an option for families seeking small class sizes in the Mills River area.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Kindergarten-9
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 24%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Imago Dei Classical Academy?
The application deadline for Imago Dei Classical Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $12,588 for elementary schools and $13,935 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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