Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy in Lincolnton, NC, is a co–ed private school serving grades K through 12 with an enrollment of 79 students.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 9 full–time teachers in a town community setting.
Affiliated with the Methodist orientation, Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy offers a religious–based education consistent with other religious private schools in the area.
Annual tuition for the school is $45,000, reflecting the cost of private K–12 education in Lincolnton, NC.
The student body includes 12.82% students of color, contributing to the diversity of this town–based academy.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
79 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating for Eternity
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy cost?
Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
What schools are Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy often compared to?
Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Denver Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy?
The application deadline for Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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