New Horizons Academy Of Excellence

New Horizons Academy Of Excellence in Durham, NC serves 10 students in grades 9 through 12 in a nonsectarian, city–based setting within the Trinity Park neighborhood.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 1:1 with 11 teachers for its total enrollment.
The student body is 100 percent students of color, reflecting high racial and ethnic diversity.
This co–ed private high school ranks among the top 20 percent in North Carolina for diversity.
New Horizons Academy Of Excellence operates within Durham's average private high school tuition context, providing an option for families seeking small enrollment and personalized instruction.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

New Horizons Academy Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 9-12

Student Body

Total Students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

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

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are New Horizons Academy Of Excellence often compared to?
New Horizons Academy Of Excellence is often viewed alongside schools like Durham Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for New Horizons Academy Of Excellence?
The application deadline for New Horizons Academy Of Excellence is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is New Horizons Academy Of Excellence located?
New Horizons Academy Of Excellence is located in the Trinity Park neighborhood of Durham, NC.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Durham, NC is $16,741 for elementary schools and $21,489 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Durham, NC is 65% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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