Positive Day School in Burlington, NC, serves 30 students in grades 2 through 12 within a city–based, co–ed alternative school setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with a teaching staff of three.
Founded with a Baptist orientation, Positive Day School reflects a diverse student body, with 96.67% students of color.
Positive Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for diversity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Positive Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Positive Day School?
The application deadline for Positive Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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