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The Raleigh School Photo - At the elementary school, we engage children's hands, hearts and minds every day — in the classroom as well as in our many outdoor spaces. Using an inquiry-based approach, our teachers help build critical and creative thinking skills.
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Best North Carolina Private Elementary Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private elementary schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children serving 483 students in North Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in North Carolina.
The top-ranked private elementary schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children in North Carolina include The Raleigh School and Wilmington Sda School.
50% of private elementary schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).

Top-Ranked Private Elementary Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children in North Carolina (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Raleigh School
The Raleigh School Photo - At the elementary school, we engage children's hands, hearts and minds every day — in the classroom as well as in our many outdoor spaces. Using an inquiry-based approach, our teachers help build critical and creative thinking skills.
(13)
1141 Raleigh School Drive
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 546-0788
Gr: NS-5 | 404 students Avg. class size: 22 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Wilmington Sda School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2833 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 762-4224
Gr: 1-8 | 13 students
Carolina Adventist Academy
Carolina Adventist Academy Photo - Winners of the 9th Annual Leola Wade Oratorical Contest in Atlanta, GA.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
3710 James B White Hwy S
Whiteville, NC 28472
(910) 640-0855
Gr: K-12 | 16 students Avg. class size: 4 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Children's World Creative School
408 Spring Avenue
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 497-8770
Gr: PK-2 | 50 students

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