For the 2023 school year, there are 843 private schools serving 122,394 students in North Carolina (there are 2,733 public schools, serving 1,513,712 students). 7% of all K-12 students in North Carolina are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $9,056 for elementary schools and $10,059 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in North Carolina include Hill Learning Center, The Raleigh School and Trinity Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 87% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 22% and the student:teacher ratio is 10:1.
Top Ranked North Carolina Private Schools by County (2023)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in North Carolina?
The best top ranked private schools in North Carolina include Hill Learning Center, The Raleigh School and Trinity Academy.
How many private schools are located in North Carolina?
843 private schools are located in North Carolina.
How much do private schools cost in North Carolina?
The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $9,056 for elementary schools and $10,059 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in North Carolina?
North Carolina private schools are approximately 22% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in North Carolina go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in North Carolina are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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