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Best North Carolina Private Schools Belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors serving 3,814 students in North Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in North Carolina.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in North Carolina include Covenant Day School, Asheville Christian Academy, and Providence Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 74%, which is lower than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
50% of private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Presbyterian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in North Carolina (2026-27)

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Asheville Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 711 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 11
74 Riverwood Road
Swannanoa, NC 28778
(828) 581-2200
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Covenant Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,052 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 27
Presbyterian
800 Fullwood Ln
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 847-2385
(14)
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The O'Neal School
Gr: PK-12 | 427 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 28
3300 Airport Road
Southern Pines, NC 28387
(910) 692-6920
(8)
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Providence Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,624 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 17
5800 Sardis Road
Charlotte, NC 28270
(704) 887-6000
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in North Carolina?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in North Carolina include Covenant Day School, Asheville Christian Academy, and Providence Day School.
How many private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors are located in North Carolina?
4 private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors are located in North Carolina.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors are religiously affiliated in North Carolina?
50% of private schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Presbyterian).
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3,814
Students
$21,427
Avg. Tuition
14%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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