Palisades Episcopal School
Let the joyful journey begin. Palisades Episcopal School (PES) is a school honoring Christ and committed to providing a classical education challenging the mind, body and spirit.
At PES, our Christ-centered learning environment nurtures students` commitment to service and faith while our rigorous, integrated classical curriculum develops the whole child, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Our intimate class sizes, and low teacher-student ratios, create a nurturing environment that allows for differentiated instruction across every grade.
Opportunities abound for PES students from daily foreign language instruction to an awe inspiring fine and performing arts program to a competitive middle school athletic program.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
190 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $6,218 - $15,000. PES Offers Indexed Tuition - a range of tuitions based upon a family\'s ability to pay.
% on Financial Aid
30%
Admissions Director
Monique Gilbert
Admissions Associate
Jeannine Hogue
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
After School Program, Equestrian
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Yoga
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Crossfit, Music Lessons
After School Program, Equestrian
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Yoga
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Crossfit, Music Lessons
School Notes
Let the joyful journey begin.
- Be Inspired. Be Challenged. Be Active. Be Known.
- Palisades Episcopal School (PES) is an accredited, Christ-centered independent day school serving 190 students in Junior Kindergarten 8th grade on a 10-acre campus in Southwest Mecklenburg County. As a liberal arts, neo-classical institution, PES offers students opportunities for integrated study by seamlessly weaving together scientific, cultural, historical, and literary investigations. With mastery of skills as the goal, rather than just memorization of facts, a PES student is provided time to think, discuss, process and apply their knowledge, which in turn promotes intellectual curiosity and creates lifelong learners. Intimate class sizes and low teacher-student ratios, allow for differentiated instruction across every grade. Service integration helps students develop citizenship skills and fosters values of integrity, courage, responsibility, compassion, and hard work. PES students graduate knowing how to connect their heads to their hearts and are academically prepared for high school and beyond.
- For more information, or to schedule a campus tour, email info@pescharlotte.org.
- Offering Equestrian for grades 3-8.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Palisades Episcopal School offer?
Palisades Episcopal School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Equestrian, Flag Football, Golf, Tennis and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Palisades Episcopal School?
The application deadline for Palisades Episcopal School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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