For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 109 students in Avery County, NC (there are 10 public schools, serving 1,981 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in Avery County, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
Private Schools in Avery County (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bethel Christian Academy
(Baptist)
12021 S Us 19e
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0510
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-0510
Gr: K-12 | 106 students Tuition listed
Rainbow Christian Academy
(Christian)
2221 Blevins Creek Rd
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 387-0799
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 387-0799
Gr: 8-10 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Avery County, NC?
2 private schools are located in Avery County, NC.
What percentage of students in Avery County go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in Avery County are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
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