Kerr-Vance Academy was founded in 1968 as Vance Academy. It is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational college preparatory day school.
We, the faculty, administrators, and Board of Trustees strive to provide, for students of Kerr Vance Academy, an intensive liberal arts, college preparatory program in an atmosphere where ethical values are stressed.
We endeavor to instill concern in each student for the welfare of his community, country, and world.
We strive to recognize the individual differences and needs of our students and to guide every student toward intellectual excellence and good character.
We strive to foster intellectual curiosity, physical development, creativity, and social and moral values.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Kerr-vance Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
279 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
![Kerr-vance Academy Student By Grade Kerr-vance Academy Student By Grade](http://images3.privateschoolreview.com/charts/21000/20982/kerr-vance-academy-chart-r7oa5N.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Kerr-Vance Academy was founded in 1968 as Vance Academy. It is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational college preparatory day school. We, the faculty, administrators, and Board of Trustees strive to provide, for students of Kerr Vance Academy, an intensive liberal arts, college preparatory program in an atmosphere where ethical values are stressed. We endeavor to instill concern in each student for the welfare of his community, country, and world. We strive to recognize the individual differences and needs of our students and to guide every student toward intellectual excellence and good character. We strive to foster intellectual curiosity, physical development, creativity, and social and moral values.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kerr-vance Academy often compared to?
Kerr-vance Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Kerr-vance Academy's ranking?
Kerr-vance Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Kerr-vance Academy?
The application deadline for Kerr-vance Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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