Lifespring Academy

Lifespring Academy in Clayton, NC, serves 146 students in grades K–12 within a rural community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 with 18 teaching staff supporting a co–ed Christian education program.
Approximately 29% of the student body represents diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds.
Lifespring Academy offers a comprehensive K–12 curriculum in a rural area, providing education aligned with its Christian orientation.
Compared to nearby schools, Lifespring Academy has a smaller enrollment size, supporting more individualized attention through its low student–teacher ratio.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 146 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students
146 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What schools are Lifespring Academy often compared to?
Lifespring Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Southside Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Lifespring Academy?
The application deadline for Lifespring Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 146 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $12,584 for elementary schools and $13,968 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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