Eckerd Connects serves 28 students in grades 6-11. The student:teacher of Eckerd Connects is 14:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NC School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Eckerd Connects ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
68%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eckerd Connects's ranking?
Eckerd Connects 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 Eckerd Connects?
The application deadline for Eckerd Connects is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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123 Franklin Street
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 732-3931
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 732-3931
188.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 146 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
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