28412 North Carolina Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 984 students in 28412, NC (there are 9 public schools, serving 5,371 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 28412, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The top ranked private schools in 28412, NC include New Horizons Elementary School, Joshua Academy, and Cape Fear Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 74%, which is lower than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
25% of private schools in 28412, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 28412 North Carolina Private Schools (2026-27)

Cape Fear Academy Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 826 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 58
3900 S College Road
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 791-0287
(8)
Map of Joshua Academy
Gr: K-8 | 36 students
Christian
4704 S College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 208-2960
New Horizons Elementary School Photo
Gr: K-5 | 108 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Extracurriculars: 7
3705 S College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 392-5209
(10)
Map of Innovative Academy
Gr: 1-7 | 14 students
421 Windchime Dr
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 769-4133

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 28412, NC?
The top ranked private schools in 28412, NC include New Horizons Elementary School, Joshua Academy, and Cape Fear Academy.
How many private schools are located in 28412?
4 private schools are located in 28412.
What percentage of students in 28412 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 28412 are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 28412?
25% of private schools in 28412 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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