Arden Christian School

Christ School is a private college preparatory boarding and day school for boys in Arden, North Carolina, a suburb of Asheville, in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
While affiliated with the Episcopal Church, it is open to students of all faiths and backgrounds.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 33 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $36,340
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Year Founded
1900
School Calendar
Campus Size
500 acres

Student Body

Total Students
33 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Arden Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Arden Christian School cost?
Arden Christian School's tuition is approximately $36,340 for private students.
What is Arden Christian School's ranking?
Arden Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Arden Christian School?
The application deadline for Arden Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 33 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $36,340
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Buncombe County, NC is $18,213 for elementary schools and $27,884 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Buncombe County, NC is 63% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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