Private School Review - Established 2003
Kids R Kids
Southside Christian School

Clayton Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 777 students in Clayton, NC, 6% of all K-12 students in Clayton, NC are educated in private schools versus public schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
60% of private schools in Clayton, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Clayton Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Riverwood KinderCare
Riverwood KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
204 Cunningham Lane
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 550-9200
View Profile
Southside Christian School Photo
Southside Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 490 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
120 Discipleship Drive
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 585-6742
(1)
View Profile
Map of Academy Of Hope
Academy Of Hope
Gr: 7-11 | 6 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
All-girls (Christian)
408 Covered Bridge Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8181
View Profile
Kids R Kids Photo
Kids R Kids
Gr: PK-K | 153 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 2
Daycare / Preschool
307 Tew Ct
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-8864
View Profile
Map of Lifespring Academy
Lifespring Academy
Gr: K-12 | 146 students
Christian
4967 Us 70 Bus Hwy W
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 359-9959
View Profile

Clayton, NC Private School Trends

5
Private Schools
777
Students
$8,200
Avg. Tuition
12
Avg. Class Size
30%
Students of Color
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
Download town snapshot: CSV | XML | JSON Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission.
Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Clayton)
This State (NC)
# Schools
5 Schools
880 Schools
# Students
777 Students
137,057 Students
% Students of Color
30%
24%
0.50
0.58
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
0 Students
641 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
1%
# Asian Students
8 Students
4,214 Students
% Asian Students
1%
3%
# Hispanic Students
13 Students
5,799 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
4%
# Black Students
44 Students
9,646 Students
% Black Students
6%
7%
# White Students
203 Students
79,795 Students
% White Students
26%
59%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
496 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
<1%
# Others Students
509 Students
34,452 Students
% of Others Students
65%
26%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
71 Teachers
13,713 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
48%
Average Class Size
12 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
5 courses
11 courses
Average SAT score
1229
(Out of 1600)
1207
Average ACT score
21
(Out of 36)
25
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$8,200
$12,013
Average Summer Program Cost
$179
$743
Average % on Financial Aid
80%
31%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$663
$5,559
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
95%
85%
Average Number of Extracurriculars
2 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
5 sports
8 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Clayton, NC?
The top ranked private schools in Clayton, NC include Southside Christian School and Riverwood KinderCare.
How many private schools are located in Clayton?
5 private schools are located in Clayton.
How diverse are private schools in Clayton?
Clayton private schools are approximately 30% minority students, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average of 24%.
What percentage of students in Clayton go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Clayton are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Clayton?
60% of private schools in Clayton are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Which private schools in Clayton are often viewed compared to one another?

Recent Articles

When a Private School Changes Head of School
When a Private School Changes Head of School
A private school leadership change can raise important questions. Learn how to evaluate head of school transitions, identify warning signs, and protect your child's educational experience before enrolling confidently.
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Could your private school financial aid shrink next year? Learn why awards change, how income and school budgets affect renewal, and what parents can do to protect affordability long-term.
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Understand how need-blind and need-aware private school admissions affect acceptance decisions, financial aid eligibility, and affordability, with practical guidance to help parents compare schools, ask questions, and plan confidently ahead.
Area schools map

Filter Schools

School Level
Must Offer Grade
Show more
Gender
School Focus
Religious Affiliation
ADD/ADHD Support
Summer Program

Quick Links

SCHOOL SEARCH TOOLS:
SCHOOL BY TYPE (NC):
OPEN-HOUSES & JOBS:
PUBLIC & BOARDING SCHOOLS:
PRIVATE SCHOOL DATA:

Most Popular Articles

School Rankings by Category
School Rankings by Category
 A Parent’s Guide to Private School Entrance Exams
A Parent’s Guide to Private School Entrance Exams
Free Schools
Free Schools

More Articles

Getting into Private School
Paying For It
Opinion
High School
Pre-school