Arendell Parrott Academy is an independent, coeducation, nonsectarian college preparatory day school enrolling 730+ students in grades TK - 12.
Arendell Parrott Academy is the largest independent school in eastern North Carolina serving students from a twelve county area that includes Lenoir, Pitt, Craven, Wayne, Onslow and surrounding counties.
An honor code and student code of conduct govern both the social and academic conduct of all students.
Admission is selective, based upon the applicant's testing results, achievement, scholastic record and character. The Academy admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,500
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Arendell Parrott Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1964
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Honor. Truth. Initiative.
School Mascot
Patriots
Student Body
Total Students
674 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
Advanced Courses
Art - Design 2D & 3D, Art - Drawing, Biology, Calculus AB, Chemistry, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, Environmental Science, Physics, Psychology, Statistics, U. S. History, U.S. Government & Politics, World History
Average SAT score
1290
(Out of 1600)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Need-based financial aid is available.
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Nancy Gilmore
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Chorus, Dance Team, Guitar, Math Team, Middle School Council, National Beta Club (Jr. & Sr.), Orchestra, Quiz Bowl, Science Olympiad, SERV - Student Service Organization, Student Government Association, Theatre
School Notes
- Arendell Parrott Academy upholds a tradition of fostering each student’s intellectual, creative, social, physical, and moral development in a positive and challenging educational community. Arendell Parrott Academy is a unit school providing an educational environment which nurtures the student—assisting each individual in reaching his or her full potential. Realizing the significant role of self-esteem, the Academy focuses primarily on the stimulation of maximum intellectual development in a positive learning environment. In acquiring a knowledge base, students are given the opportunity to apply critical and reflective thinking and to engage in learning activities which promote the development of their natural curiosity. With well-qualified and compassionate faculty and staff working in partnership with parents, the students develop morally, emotionally, socially, and physically, enabling them to appreciate and accept the responsibilities of membership in the community and society. As preparation for accepting their individual responsibilities, students receive a liberal arts education with skills to become mature individuals who can make responsible decisions.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Arendell Parrott Academy cost?
Arendell Parrott Academy's tuition is approximately $9,500 for private students.
What schools are Arendell Parrott Academy often compared to?
Arendell Parrott Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Arendell Parrott Academy?
The acceptance rate of Arendell Parrott Academy is 80%, which is equal to the national average of 80%.
What sports does Arendell Parrott Academy offer?
Arendell Parrott Academy offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball. Arendell Parrott Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for most sports offered.
What is Arendell Parrott Academy's ranking?
Arendell Parrott Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Arendell Parrott Academy?
The application deadline for Arendell Parrott Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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