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Best North Carolina Private Schools Belonging to Association for Experiential Education (AEE) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools belonging to Association for Experiential Education (AEE) serving 428 students in North Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in North Carolina.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Association for Experiential Education (AEE) in North Carolina include The Outdoor Academy and Asheville School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 82%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Association for Experiential Education (AEE) in North Carolina (2026-27)

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Asheville School
Gr: 9-12 | 260 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 23 | Extracurriculars: 29
360 Asheville School Road
Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 254-6345
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The Outdoor Academy
Gr: 10-11 | 24 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 11
Specialized Curriculum
43 Hart Rd
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
(828) 877-4349
(20)
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French Broad River Academy
Gr: 6-8 | 144 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8
Specialized Curriculum
1990 Riverside Drive
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 348-4320
(9)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Association for Experiential Education (AEE) in North Carolina?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Association for Experiential Education (AEE) in North Carolina include The Outdoor Academy and Asheville School.
How many private schools belonging to Association for Experiential Education (AEE) are located in North Carolina?
3 private schools belonging to Association for Experiential Education (AEE) are located in North Carolina.
3
Private Schools
428
Students
$43,950
Avg. Tuition
10%
Students of Color
5:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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