Ridgecroft School

Ridgecroft is an independent, college-preparatory, SACS accredited, Pre-K 3 to 12th grade school located in northeastern North Carolina between Ahoskie and Murfreesboro.
Originally chartered in 1968, Ridgecroft School continues to provide to all students a high-quality academic education as well as extracurricular activities including sports, fine arts, character education, and social events.
The mission of Ridgecroft School is to develop the total student academically through a challenging college preparatory curriculum; socially through extracurricular activities, social events, and community service; physically through interscholastic athletics and physical education; aesthetically through the fine arts; and morally through the teaching and emphasis of the pillars of character, which are trustworthiness, caring, citizenship, respect, responsibility, and fairness.
We strive to do this in a safe and nurturing learning environment provided by a caring and competent staff.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 284 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Ridgecroft School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Resources

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1970
Campus Size
83 acres

Student Body

Total Students
284 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
3 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Chris Beatty - First graduating class from Ridgecroft School - Class of 1974
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Ridgecroft School often compared to?
Ridgecroft School is often viewed alongside schools like Ahoskie Christian School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Ridgecroft School?
Ridgecroft School famous alumni include: Chris Beatty - First graduating class from Ridgecroft School - Class of 1974.
What is Ridgecroft School's ranking?
Ridgecroft School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Ridgecroft School?
The application deadline for Ridgecroft School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

View the Ridgecroft School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
Closed: Fall Break
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Closed: Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Closed: Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Closed: Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 284 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $12,462 for elementary schools and $13,859 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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