Arendell Parrott Academy vs. Bethel Christian Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Arendell Parrott Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
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Bethel Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
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Overview
Arendell Parrott Academy is an independent, coeducation, nonsectarian college preparatory day school enrolling 730+ students in grades TK - 12.
Arendell Parrott Academy is the largest independent school in eastern North Carolina serving students from a twelve county area that includes Lenoir, Pitt, Craven, Wayne, Onslow and surrounding counties.
An honor code and student code of conduct govern both the social and academic conduct of all students.
Admission is selective, based upon the applicant's testing results, achievement, scholastic record and character. The Academy admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin.
Bethel Christian Academy was founded in 1970 as a ministry to Christian families in the area.
BCA offers instruction from Pre-K through 12th grade. Our school is a ministry of Bethel FWB Church of Kingston, NC that provides an excellent college preparatory education for approximately 350 students.
BCA builds on the truth of Biblical Salvation and values.
BCA is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools and is accredited by the North Carolina Christian School Association and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
The elementary school is comprised of PreK-6th grades. BCA welcomes families who understand our conservative Biblical commitment and who are willing to cooperate with our whole program. Currently, students represent over 75 local churches from the surrounding areas.
BCA`s reputation for academic excellence in a Christian environment is evidenced by the numerous awards and scholarships won by graduating students.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Learning Difference Programs
No
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Yes
Year Founded
1964
1970
Students Body
Total Students
727 students
347 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
13%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
15
47
Kindergarten Students
41
24
Grade 1 Students
33
19
Grade 2 Students
44
22
Grade 3 Students
43
29
Grade 4 Students
53
29
Grade 5 Students
60
28
Grade 6 Students
55
26
Grade 7 Students
56
22
Grade 8 Students
66
24
Grade 9 Students
54
20
Grade 10 Students
73
24
Grade 11 Students
65
10
Grade 12 Students
69
23
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
30 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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10%
Average Class Size
20
17
Number of AP Classes
13
5
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:11
1:12
Average SAT score
1290
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Classroom Dress Code
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Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$9,500
$4,000
Tuition Notes
Need-based financial aid is available.
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Acceptance Rate
80%
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Admissions Director
Nancy Gilmore
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
14
10
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
12
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Chorus, Dance Team, Guitar, Math Team, Middle School Council, National Beta Club (Jr. & Sr.), Orchestra, Quiz Bowl, Science Olympiad, SERV - Student Service Organization, Student Government Association, Theatre
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