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North Carolina Blue Ribbon Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 19 blue ribbon private schools serving 8,403 students in North Carolina.

The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 87%.

79% of blue ribbon private schools in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

The blue ribbon private schools in North Carolina include Cary Academy, Ravenscroft, and The Raleigh School.

Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 19
# Students Served: 8,403

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 19
# Students Served: 8,403

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private schools in North Carolina?

The blue ribbon private schools in North Carolina include Cary Academy, Ravenscroft, and The Raleigh School.

How many blue ribbon private schools are located in North Carolina?

19 blue ribbon private schools are located in North Carolina.

How diverse are blue ribbon private schools in North Carolina?

North Carolina blue ribbon private schools are approximately 25% minority students, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average of 24%.

What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in North Carolina?

79% of blue ribbon private schools in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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