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Best 28052 North Carolina Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 425 students in 28052, NC (there are 12 public schools, serving 6,640 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 28052, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The top ranked private school in 28052, NC is Saint Michael Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
100% of private schools in 28052, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Assembly of God and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 28052 North Carolina Private Schools (2026-27)

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Saint Michael Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 170 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
704 St. Michael's Lane
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 865-4382
(3)
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First Assembly Christian Academy
Gr: PK-K | 86 students
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
Po Box 12367
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 853-1777
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Map of Friendship Baptist Church Child Development
Friendship Baptist Church Child Development
Gr: NS-3 | 47 students
Baptist
221 W Bradley Street
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 869-0444
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Victory Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 194 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
Church of God
310 Carolina Ave
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 865-7132
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 28052, NC?
The top ranked private schools in 28052, NC is Saint Michael Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 28052?
4 private schools are located in 28052.
What percentage of students in 28052 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 28052 are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 28052?
100% of private schools in 28052 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Assembly of God and Catholic).

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