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Best 27540 North Carolina Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 495 students in 27540, NC (there are 11 public schools, serving 11,576 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in 27540, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The top ranked private school in 27540, NC is Holly Springs KinderCare.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 82%.

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 27540 North Carolina Private Schools (2026)

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Holly Springs KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
300 Earnie Ln
Holly Springs, NC 27540
(919) 577-0220
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The Goddard School
Gr: NS-K
Daycare / Preschool
801 Earp Street
Holly Springs, NC 27540
(919) 552-3196
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New School Montessori Center
Gr: PK-9 | 259 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Extracurriculars: 8
Montessori School
5617 Sunset Lake Road
Holly Springs, NC 27540
(919) 303-3636
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Thales Academy Holly Springs Pre-k-5
Gr: PK-5 | 236 students
11244 Holly Springs New Hill Rd
Holly Springs, NC 27540
(919) 762-7297
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 27540, NC?
The top ranked private schools in 27540, NC is Holly Springs KinderCare.
How many private schools are located in 27540?
4 private schools are located in 27540.
What percentage of students in 27540 go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in 27540 are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).

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