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Best 27803 North Carolina Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,455 students in 27803, NC (there are 3 public schools, serving 1,914 public students). 43% of all K-12 students in 27803, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The top ranked private schools in 27803, NC include Englewood Baptist Weekday School, Faith Christian School, and New Life Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 81%, which is lower than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
75% of private schools in 27803, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 27803 North Carolina Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Englewood Baptist Weekday School
Englewood Baptist Weekday School
Gr: PK-K | 171 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1350 S Winstead Ave
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 937-9829
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Faith Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 536 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
1333 Faith Christian Dr
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 443-3700
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Map of New Life Christian Academy
New Life Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 291 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
812 Instrument Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 443-6560
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Rocky Mount Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 457 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 23
1313 Avondale Ave
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 443-4126
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 27803, NC?
The top ranked private schools in 27803, NC include Englewood Baptist Weekday School, Faith Christian School, and New Life Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in 27803?
4 private schools are located in 27803.
What percentage of students in 27803 go to private school?
43% of all K-12 students in 27803 are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 27803?
75% of private schools in 27803 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

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