The Raleigh School Photo - Our fifth graders spend two days each May visiting the many landmarks and museums in Washington, DC.

Best North Carolina Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools serving 696 students in North Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in North Carolina.
The top ranked private school belonging to National Association of Private School in North Carolina is The Raleigh School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
50% of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Schools in North Carolina (2025-26)

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
Carolina Christian Academy
(Christian)
(1)
367 Academy Dr
Thomasville, NC 27360
(336) 472-8950
Gr: PK-12 | 194 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
5208 Foreman Street (physical address) 5956 Jenkins Rd Morganton NC ( business address)
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 764-4216
Gr: K-12 | 40 students Sports: 1
Pathway Christian Academy
Pathway Christian Academy Photo - Pathway Christian Academy Campus
(Christian)
1302 South George Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 735-9176
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed

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