For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 73 students in 28759, NC (there are 2 public schools, serving 1,136 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 28759, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
100% of private schools in 28759, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Other).
Private Schools in 28759, NC (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Imago Dei Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis
2035 Jeffress Rd
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 513-4966
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 513-4966
Gr: K-9 | 30 students
Mills River Seventh-day Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2142 Jeffress Rd
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 785-2319
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 785-2319
Gr: K-8 | 43 students
28759, North Carolina Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
75 Bryson Rd
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 393-5659
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 393-5659
Gr: PK-6 | 18 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 28759, NC?
2 private schools are located in 28759, NC.
What percentage of students in 28759 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 28759 are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 28759?
100% of private schools in 28759 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Other).
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