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Best North Carolina Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools serving 703 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 Private Schools in North Carolina include Carolina Christian Academy and The Raleigh School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
75% of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Schools in North Carolina (2026)

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The Raleigh School
Gr: NS-5 | 404 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Extracurriculars: 3
1141 Raleigh School Drive
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 546-0788
(13)
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Carolina Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 201 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
367 Academy Dr
Thomasville, NC 27360
(336) 472-8950
(1)
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The Learning Center School
Gr: K-12 | 40 students
Sports: 2
Christian
5208 Foreman Street (physical address) 5956 Jenkins Rd Morganton NC ( business address)
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 764-4216
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Pathway Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Christian
1302 South George Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 735-9176
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools in North Carolina?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools in North Carolina include Carolina Christian Academy and The Raleigh School.
How many private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools are located in North Carolina?
4 private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools are located in North Carolina.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools are religiously affiliated in North Carolina?
75% of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Schools in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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Private Schools
703
Students
$10,233
Avg. Tuition
12%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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