At Cary Christian School, our mission is to provide an excellent classical education founded upon a biblical worldview.
All subjects are taught as part of an integrated whole, with the Scriptures at the center, serving as the hub of all knowledge.
As a result, students learn to interrelate and examine knowledge, allowing them to view their studies as a unified effort.
The focus of this effort is to see God's sovereignty over all and to glorify Him.
Graduates are eqipped academically, socially, and emotionally to flourish in the modern world.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,652
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cary Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
various
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
828 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
and Physics, Biology, Calculus, Statistics
Average SAT score
1248
Average ACT score
27
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniforms
uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
1/2 Day Kindergarten = $5,676
Full Day Kindergarten = $7368
1st - 12th grade = $7,836
Admissions Director
Margaret Finnegan
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Armed Force Appreciation Club, Community Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Habitat for Humanity, Interct (Rotary Club), Philosophy Club, Robotics Club, Society of St. George, Society of St. Monica
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Choirs, NC Theater Conference Festival Team
Armed Force Appreciation Club, Community Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Habitat for Humanity, Interct (Rotary Club), Philosophy Club, Robotics Club, Society of St. George, Society of St. Monica
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Choirs, NC Theater Conference Festival Team
School Notes
- At Cary Christian School, our mission is to provide an excellent classical education founded upon a biblical worldview.
- Teachers intentionally pursue their students, calling out the best in them.Parents are our partners in their children's education.
- Our strategy centers around cultivating six key habits that foster a learning-mindset culture.
- We make sure school is a safe place to make mistakes and grow from them.
- Our classrooms foster Meaningful and enjoyable learning because they are centered around relationship and conversation.
- Our aim is for our children to know Christ and to flourish through Him.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cary Christian School cost?
Cary Christian School's tuition is approximately $8,652 for private students.
What sports does Cary Christian School offer?
Cary Christian School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Cary Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for most sports offered.
What is Cary Christian School's ranking?
Cary Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Cary Christian School?
The application deadline for Cary Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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