Arthur Morgan School Photo - In weaving class student studied the history of textiles and human cultures and learned to weave.

Best Burnsville Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 144 students in Burnsville, NC (there are 6 public schools, serving 1,878 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in Burnsville, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The top ranked private schools in Burnsville, NC include Arthur Morgan School and Yancey County Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 55%, which is lower than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
100% of private schools in Burnsville, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Friends).

Top Ranked Burnsville Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Arthur Morgan School
Arthur Morgan School Photo - In weaving class student studied the history of textiles and human cultures and learned to weave.
Montessori School (Friends)
(2)
60 AMS Circle
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 675-6360
Gr: 7-9 | 27 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Yancey County Christian School
(Baptist)
694 Tine Swamp Rd
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-5034
Gr: K-12 | 70 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Genesis Academy, Inc.
Alternative School (Baptist)
1867 E Us Highway 19e
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 536-4819
Gr: PK-4 | 47 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Burnsville, NC?
The top ranked private schools in Burnsville, NC include Arthur Morgan School and Yancey County Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Burnsville?
3 private schools are located in Burnsville.
What percentage of students in Burnsville go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in Burnsville are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Burnsville?
100% of private schools in Burnsville are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Friends).

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