Best Johnston County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 765 students in Johnston County, NC (there are 43 public schools, serving 31,185 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in Johnston County, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The best top ranked private school in Johnston County, NC include Southside Christian School.
67% of private schools in Johnston County, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Top Ranked Johnston County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Southside Christian School
Southside Christian School Photo - Go, SCS WARRIORS!
(Christian)
1696 Amelia Church Road
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
Grades: PK-12
| 399 students
Academy Of Hope
All-girls (Christian)
408 Covered Bridge Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
Grades: 7-12
| 6 students
Kids R Kids
Kids R Kids Photo
Daycare / Preschool
307 Tew Ct
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8864
Grades: PK-K
| 165 students
Lifespring Academy
(Christian)
4967 Us 70 Bus Hwy W
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
Grades: K-12
| 146 students
Riverwood KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
204 Cunningham Lane
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 550-9200
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Star Christian Academy
(Christian)
4423 Wilsons Mills Rd
Smithfield, NC 27577
(919) 934-1484
Grades: K-12
| 49 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Johnston County, NC?
The top ranked private schools in Johnston County, NC include Southside Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Johnston County, NC?
6 private schools are located in Johnston County, NC.
How diverse are private schools in Johnston County, NC?
Johnston 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 Johnston County, NC go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in Johnston County, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Johnston County, NC?
67% of private schools in Johnston County, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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