For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 1,236 students in 28405, NC (there are 9 public schools, serving 5,551 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in 28405, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The top-ranked private school in 28405, NC is Wilmington Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
100% of private schools in 28405, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).
Top-Ranked 28405 North Carolina Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1401 N College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 791-4248
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 791-4248
Gr: NS-12 | 1,129 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
423 N. 23rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 343-1565
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 343-1565
Gr: PK-12 | 107 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
28405, North Carolina Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
King's Memorial Christian Academy (Closed 2000)
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1380 N College Road
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 799-8157
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 799-8157
Gr: NS-K | 55 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 28405, NC?
The top-ranked private schools in 28405, NC is Wilmington Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in 28405?
2 private schools are located in 28405.
What percentage of students in 28405 go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in 28405 are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 28405?
100% of private schools in 28405 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).
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