Rocky Mount Academy facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rocky Mount Academy |
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1313 Avondale Avenue
27803
United States
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| Coordinates | 35°56′45″N 77°50′46″W / 35.9457473°N 77.8460948°W |
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| School type | Private |
| Established | October 25, 1968 |
| CEEB code | 343374 |
| NCES School ID | 01011645 |
| Head of school | Beth Covolo |
| Faculty | 42.9 (FTE) |
| Grades | PreK–12 |
| Enrollment | 460 (2021–22) |
| Athletics | NCISAA |
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools |
| Last updated: 8 January 2018 | |
Rocky Mount Academy is a private school located in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, in the United States. It provides education for students from Pre-Kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. In the 2021-2022 school year, about 460 students attended the academy.
History of Rocky Mount Academy
Rocky Mount Academy was established in 1968. It was founded as a private school during a time when many changes were happening in public education across the United States. The school has grown and developed over the years, serving families in the Rocky Mount area.
Sports and Athletics
Rocky Mount Academy has a strong sports program. In 2017, the school's teams won state championships in both football and soccer. More recently, the girls' varsity basketball team also achieved a big win. They became the North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association (NCISAA) Division II state champions in 2025.
Famous Alumni
- Adrian H. Wood, an American educator and writer, is a notable person who attended Rocky Mount Academy.
