Top 10 Best Forsyth County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 30 private schools serving 6,474 students in Forsyth County, NC (there are 92 public schools, serving 59,623 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in Forsyth County, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The best top ranked private schools in Forsyth County, NC include Our Lady Of Mercy Catholic School, Gospel Light Christian School and Salem Baptist Christian School.
The average tuition cost is $10,539, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,249.
70% of private schools in Forsyth County, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Top Ranked Forsyth County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1725 Nc Highway 66 S
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 564-1010
Grades: 9-12
| 380 students
Calvary Day School
Calvary Day School Photo
(Baptist)
(3)
5000 Country Club Road
Winston Salem, NC 27104
(336) 765-5546
Grades: PK-12
| 748 students
Forsyth Country Day School
Forsyth Country Day School Photo
(2)
5501 Shallowford Road, Lewisville
Lewisville, NC 27023
(336) 945-3151
Grades: NS-12
| 924 students
Gospel Light Christian School
(Baptist)
(1)
4940 Gospel Light Church Rd,
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 722-6100
Grades: PK-12
| 318 students
Our Lady Of Mercy Catholic School
Our Lady Of Mercy Catholic School Photo - Eighth graders lead our school's annual May Crowning ceremony each May. Passing on the Christian faith is central to who we are.
(Catholic)
(4)
1730 Link Road
Winston Salem, NC 27103
(336) 722-7204
Grades: PK-8
| 182 students
St. Johns Lutheran School
St. Johns Lutheran School Photo - We love our school!
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(4)
2415 Silas Creek Pkwy
Winston Salem, NC 27103
(336) 725-1651
Grades: NS-5
| 119 students
St. Leo Catholic School
St. Leo Catholic School Photo - Our School
(Catholic)
(9)
333 Springdale Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27104
(336) 748-8252
Grades: K-8
| 195 students
Salem Academy
Salem Academy Photo - For over 250 years, Salem Academy has been helping girls transform into exceptional women!
All-girls
(2)
601 South Church Street
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 721-2643
Grades: 9-12
| 74 students
Salem Baptist Christian School
Salem Baptist Christian School Photo
(Baptist)
(6)
429 S Broad St
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 725-6113
Grades: PK-12
| 446 students
Summit School Inc
Summit School Inc Photo - Summit Library
(3)
2100 Reynolda Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 722-2777
Grades: NS-9
| 545 students
Triad Baptist Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1175 South Main Street
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 996-7573
Grades: NS-12
| 336 students
Winston Salem Christian School
Winston Salem Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(7)
3665 N Patterson Ave
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 759-7762
Grades: PK-12
| 401 students
Woodland Baptist Christian School
Woodland Baptist Christian School Photo
(Baptist)
(1)
1175 Bethania Rural Hall Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(366) 969-1782
Grades: PK-12
| 212 students
Abc Of Nc Child Development Center
Special Education School
905 Friedberg Church Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 251-1180
Grades: PK-12
| 53 students
Berean Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
(1)
4135 Thomasville Rd.
Winston Salem, NC 27107
(336) 785-0527
Grades: K-12
| 38 students
Cedar Forest Christian School
(Baptist)
4634 Shattalon Dr
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 924-8641
Grades: PK-12
| 53 students
Ephesus Junior Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(2)
1225 N Cleveland Ave
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 723-3140
Grades: PK-8
| 40 students
Fountain Of Life Lutheran P.S.
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
323 Hopkins Road
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 993-9628
Grades: NS
| 139 students
Great Accomplishments Academy
Special Education School
(1)
2301 Montgomery Drive
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 360-9338
Grades: K-10
| 56 students
Kerwin Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
4520 Old Hollow Road
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 993-3791
Grades: PK-12
| 164 students
Kingswood School
Alternative School
1001 Reynolda Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27104
(336) 721-7632
Grades: 5-11
| 34 students
5012 Lansing Dr
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 744-7138
Grades: PK-2
| 89 students
Redeemer School
(Presbyterian)
(2)
1013 Melrose Street
Winston Salem, NC 27103
(336) 724-9460
Grades: K-8
| 204 students
Reynolda Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
(1)
2200 Reynolda Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 723-7451
Grades: NS
| 105 students
Rise Academy
(Baptist)
415 W Clemmonsville Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(434) 258-1467
Grades: K-1
| 19 students
St. Pauls Episcopal Preschool
Special Program Emphasis (Episcopal)
520 Summit St
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 723-4395
Grades: PK
| 222 students
Salem Montessori School
Montessori School (Christian)
529 S Church St
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(226) 748-0800
Grades: PK-K
| 29 students
Vineyard School
Alternative School
3637 Old Vineyard Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27104
(336) 794-3550
Grades: 7-12
| 42 students
Winston-Salem Montessori School
Winston-Salem Montessori School Photo
Montessori School
(2)
6050 Holder Rd
Clemmons, NC 27012
(336) 766-5550
Grades: PK-9
| 257 students
Winston-salem Street School
Alternative School (Christian)
630 West 6th Street
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 721-1110
Grades: Inquire with school
| 50 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Forsyth County, NC?
The top ranked private schools in Forsyth County, NC include Our Lady Of Mercy Catholic School, Gospel Light Christian School and Salem Baptist Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Forsyth County, NC?
30 private schools are located in Forsyth County, NC.
How much do private schools cost in Forsyth County, NC?
The average tuition cost is $10,539, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,249.
How diverse are private schools in Forsyth County, NC?
Forsyth County, NC private schools are approximately 24% minority students, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average of 23%.
What percentage of students in Forsyth County, NC go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Forsyth County, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Forsyth County, NC?
70% of private schools in Forsyth County, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Recent Articles

Private School Search Tips
Private School Search Tips
We look at several ways you can use to search for private schools. Whether you are beginning the search process for a school for your child or just want to find out more about particular schools, we offer some tips and tricks to make searching more efficient.
Secrets to Becoming a Great School
Secrets to Becoming a Great School
Discover the essential ingredients that drive academic success and cultivate a thriving school community.
All About JROTC
All About JROTC
Explore the multifaceted advantages of Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) programs in private schools. Delve into how JROTC cultivates leadership, discipline, and citizenship skills among students, contributing to their holistic development and future success.