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Best North Carolina Private High Schools Belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private high schools belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) serving 379 students in North Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in North Carolina.
The top ranked private high schools belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) in North Carolina include Salem Academy and Saint Mary's School.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the North Carolina private high school average acceptance rate of 86%.
50% of private high schools belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Top Ranked Private High Schools Belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) in North Carolina (2026-27)

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Saint Mary's School
Gr: 9-12 | 309 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 40
All-girls (Episcopal)
900 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 424-4100
(2)
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Salem Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 70 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 19
All-girls
601 South Church Street
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 721-2643
(2)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) in North Carolina?
The top ranked private high schools belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) in North Carolina include Salem Academy and Saint Mary's School.
How many private high schools belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) are located in North Carolina?
2 private high schools belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) are located in North Carolina.
What percentage of private high schools belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) are religiously affiliated in North Carolina?
50% of private high schools belonging to International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS) in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).
2
Private Schools
379
Students
$31,898
Avg. Tuition
22%
Students of Color
4:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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