Altapass Christian School in Spruce Pine, NC offers education for grades 2 through 12 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 10 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 2 teachers.
Founded in 1925, Altapass Christian School is among the oldest private schools in North Carolina.
The co–educational program follows an Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) curriculum with a Baptist religious affiliation.
Tuition and enrollment sizes position Altapass Christian as a small, rural Christian K–12 private school option in Spruce Pine.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NC School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Altapass Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Year Founded
1925
Student Body
Total Students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Altapass Christian School often compared to?
Altapass Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Tri-county Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Altapass Christian School's ranking?
Altapass Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Altapass Christian School?
The application deadline for Altapass Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Altapass Christian School is Bethel Christian Academy (3.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Spruce Pine Montessori School (3.1 miles away)
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(815) 233-1876
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2900 W Loras Dr
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(815) 233-1876
Freeport, IL 61032
(815) 233-1876
602.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 121 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2
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(Christian)
2900 W Loras Dr
Freeport, IL 61032
(815) 233-1876
Freeport, IL 61032
(815) 233-1876
602.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 121 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2
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12021 South US 19E
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0510
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0510
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Gr: K-12 Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Spruce Pine Montessori School
Montessori School
67 Walnut Ave
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 520-1145
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 520-1145
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
60 AMS Circle
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(828) 675-6360
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 675-6360
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Gr: 7-9 | 27 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Genesis Academy, Inc.
Alternative School (Baptist)
1867 E Us Highway 19e
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(828) 536-4819
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 536-4819
13 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 47 students
Nebo Crossing Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Baptist)
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(828) 652-7069
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
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Bethel Christian Academy
(Baptist)
12021 South US 19E
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0510
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0510
3 miles
Gr: K-12 Sports: 4 Tuition listed
60 AMS Circle
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 675-6360
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 675-6360
10.6 miles
Gr: 7-9 | 27 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Nebo Crossing Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Baptist)
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Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
14.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 165 students
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(828) 652-7729
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(828) 652-7729
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(828) 682-5034
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-5034
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Gr: K-12 | 70 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Bethel Christian Academy
(Baptist)
12021 South US 19E
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0510
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0510
3 miles
Gr: K-12 Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Spruce Pine Montessori School
Montessori School
67 Walnut Ave
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 520-1145
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 520-1145
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
60 AMS Circle
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(828) 675-6360
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 675-6360
10.6 miles
Gr: 7-9 | 27 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Genesis Academy, Inc.
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1867 E Us Highway 19e
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 536-4819
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 536-4819
13 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 47 students
Nebo Crossing Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Baptist)
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Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
14.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 165 students
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Spruce Pine Montessori School
Montessori School
67 Walnut Ave
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 520-1145
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 520-1145
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Genesis Academy, Inc.
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1867 E Us Highway 19e
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(828) 536-4819
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 536-4819
13 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 47 students
Nebo Crossing Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Baptist)
961 Harmony Grove Rd
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
14.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 165 students
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(828) 652-7729
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-7729
14.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 191 students
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(828) 433-1018
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