Summit School Inc

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Summit School is an independent coeducational day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Ninth Grade, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Founded in 1933, Summit's challenging, research-based curriculum stresses the development of each student's potential.
We are privileged to nurture young people in a caring environment designed to evoke maximum individual growth.
Summit School provides a challenging curriculum within a caring environment to help students develop their full potential.
Our aims are that the school must provide an environment that is physically and emotionally safe for children; the school must provide appropriate stimuli for children's intellectual, aesthetic, physical, emotional, moral and social development in order to help them grow optimally; the school must recognize and respond to the differences in children, their developmental timetables, their needs, their innate and distinguishing characteristics and aptitudes; the school must help children develop healthy self esteem and respect for their beliefs, values, talents and achievements while they learn to value others; the school must reflect diversity among its students, parents, staff and trustees; and the school must give children opportunities to care for other people and for the physical environment, within the school and in other settings.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-9
  • Enrollment: 545 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,825
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-9
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia
Year Founded
1933

Student Body

Total Students
545 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Summit School Inc Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
38%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
World History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
22%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
Admissions Director
Cindy Kluttz
Endowment Size
$16.5 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Math Club, Summit Afternoon Academy, Summit Summer Camps

Arts and Music Programs:
Individual music lessons, Instrumental Music

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Gymnastics Team

School Notes

  • Summit School is a coeducational day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Ninth Grade, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Founded in 1933, Summit's challenging, research-based curriculum stresses development of each student's potential. We are privileged to nurture young people in a caring environment designed to evoke maximum individual growth. Summit School provides a challenging curriculum within a caring environment to help students develop their full potential. Our aims are that the school must provide an environment that is physically and emotionally safe for children; the school must provide appropriate stimuli for children's intellectual, aesthetic, physical, emotional, moral and social development in order to help them grow optimally; the school must recognize and respond to the differences in children, their developmental timetables, their needs, their innate and distinguishing characteristics and aptitudes; the school must help children develop healthy self esteem and respect for their beliefs, values, talents and achievements while they learn to value others; the school must reflect diversity among its students, parents, staff and trustees; and the school must give children opportunities to care for other people and for the physical environment, within the school and in other settings.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Summit School Inc cost?
Summit School Inc's tuition is approximately $25,825 for private students.
What sports does Summit School Inc offer?
Summit School Inc offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Summit School Inc is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for most sports offered.
What is Summit School Inc's ranking?
Summit School Inc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Summit School Inc?
The application deadline for Summit School Inc is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
Hands on education that encourages curiosity and love of learning. Head of School models love of learning for students, parents and the local community by engaging top notch educators and pedagogical experts.
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5  
I loved this school and cannot be more pleased with skills that it taught me which I have been able to carry throughout life. It truly is a school that fosters innovation and creativity in students of all ages.
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5  
Having gone to Summit , I can say that it prepares me in the best possible way for future education and career. Summit encourages the spirit of individual growth, while challenging each student to critically think beyond themselves and to live in a bigger world . Thank - you Summit for inspiring me for life.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-9
  • Enrollment: 545 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,825
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Winston Salem, NC is $9,126 for elementary schools and $14,139 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Winston Salem, NC is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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