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28786 North Carolina Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 251 students in 28786, NC (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,451 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 28786, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
75% of private schools in 28786, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Methodist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Private Schools in 28786, NC (2026-27)

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The Academy At Soar
Gr: 7-12
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 4
Special Education School
112 Virginia Avenue
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 456-3435
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Blue Ridge Adventist Christian School
Gr: 1-6 | 12 students
Seventh Day Adventist
119 Hampshire Dr
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 926-3316
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First United Meth Ch Kg & Dc
Gr: PK-K | 101 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
566 S. Haywood St
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 452-1773
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Haywood Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 138 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 9
77 Sutton Loop
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 627-0229
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 28786, NC?
4 private schools are located in 28786, NC.
What percentage of students in 28786 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 28786 are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 28786?
75% of private schools in 28786 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Methodist).

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