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Rocky Mount Academy Photo - RMA seniors historically have the highest SAT scores among local public and private schools. They are accepted into some of the best colleges and universities in the nation each year. Since the first graduating class, almost 100% of graduates have attended college.
Rocky Mount Academy

Best Nash County Private High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 1,284 students in Nash County, NC.
The top ranked private high schools in Nash County, NC include Rocky Mount Academy, Faith Christian School, and New Life Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 81%, which is same as the North Carolina private high school average acceptance rate of 81%.
67% of private high schools in Nash County, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Top Ranked Nash County Private High Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Faith Christian School
Faith Christian School Photo
(Christian)
1333 Faith Christian Dr
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 443-3700
Gr: PK-12 | 536 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Acceptance rate listed
New Life Christian Academy
(Baptist)
812 Instrument Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 443-6560
Gr: PK-12 | 291 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rocky Mount Academy
Rocky Mount Academy Photo - RMA seniors historically have the highest SAT scores among local public and private schools. They are accepted into some of the best colleges and universities in the nation each year. Since the first graduating class, almost 100% of graduates have attended college.
1313 Avondale Ave
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 443-4126
Gr: PK-12 | 457 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Nash County, North Carolina

Nash County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Enfield Academy (Closed 2000)
(Christian)
Pippen
Whitakers, NC 27891
(252) 437-7711
Gr: PK-12 | 123 students
N.e.w. Christian Academy (Closed 2000)
(Christian)
P.o. Box 129
Sharpsburg, NC 27878
(252) 446-1239
Gr: PK-12 | 71 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Nash County, NC?
The top ranked private high schools in Nash County, NC include Rocky Mount Academy, Faith Christian School, and New Life Christian Academy.
How many private high schools are located in Nash County?
3 private high schools are located in Nash County.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Nash County?
67% of private high schools in Nash County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
Which private high schools in Nash County are often viewed compared to one another?

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