Bethel Christian Academy in Spruce Pine, NC, serves 106 students in grades K–12 within a town community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 12 teachers supporting its co–educational, Baptist–affiliated program.
Annual tuition is $5,000, placing Bethel Christian Academy among the more affordable private school options in North Carolina.
The student body includes 16.4% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
As a member of the American Association of Christian Schools and National Catholic Educational Association, the school maintains religious affiliation consistent with Baptist orientation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bethel Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
106 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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 Bethel Christian Academy cost?
Bethel Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Bethel Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Bethel Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Bethel Christian Academy is Altapass Christian School (3.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Spruce Pine Montessori School (3.5 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Altapass Christian School
(Baptist)
50 Altapass Trl
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0660
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0660
3 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 10 students
Spruce Pine Montessori School
Montessori School
67 Walnut Ave
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 520-1145
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 520-1145
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
60 AMS Circle
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 675-6360
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 675-6360
12.7 miles
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
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 536-4819
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 536-4819
13.6 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 47 students
Rainbow Christian Academy
(Christian)
2221 Blevins Creek Rd
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 387-0799
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 387-0799
14.7 miles
Gr: 8-10 | 3 students
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