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Best Arden Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 455 students in Arden, NC (there are 3 public schools, serving 1,670 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in Arden, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The top ranked private schools in Arden, NC include Christ School and Arden Christian School.
100% of private schools in Arden, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Episcopal).

Top Ranked Arden Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Arden Christian School
(Baptist)
2568 Hendersonville Rd
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 687-0704
Gr: 2-12 | 33 students Tuition listed
Christ School
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All-boys (Episcopal)
500 Christ School Rd
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 684-6232
Gr: 8-12 | 302 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 17 Tuition listed
Nativity Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
2425 Hendersonville Rd
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 687-8381
Gr: PK-K | 120 students Avg. class size: 14 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Arden, NC?
The top ranked private schools in Arden, NC include Christ School and Arden Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Arden?
3 private schools are located in Arden.
What percentage of students in Arden go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in Arden are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Arden?
100% of private schools in Arden are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Episcopal).

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