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Largest North Carolina Private Preschools

The average private preschool in North Carolina has 237 students (2025-26).
The largest private preschool in North Carolina is Wesleyan Christian Academy with 1,910 students.
School Size Range: 545 1,910 Avg. School Size: 925

Largest North Carolina Private Preschools (2025-26)

School
# Students
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Wesleyan Christian Academy
Wesleyan Christian Academy Photo - At Wesleyan Christian Academy, we prepare students from the Early Education Center through 12th grade to lead with confidence, purpose, and faith. Rooted in a Christ-centered mission, our curriculum equips graduates to thrive in college and beyond. Academically strong, spiritually grounded, and ready to make an impact. At Wesleyan, students don't just graduate, they stand out.
(Christian)
(3)
Students: 1,910
Grades: NS-12
1917 N Centennial Street
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 884-3333
Rank: #22.
Students: 1,722
Grades: PK-12
1440 Carmel Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
(704) 943-4530
Rank: #33.
Providence Day School
Students: 1,624
Grades: PK-12
5800 Sardis Road
Charlotte, NC 28270
(704) 887-6000
Rank: #44.
North Raleigh Christian Academy
North Raleigh Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(2)
Students: 1,596
Grades: PK-12
7300 Perry Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 573-7900
Rank: #55.
Ravenscroft
Ravenscroft Photo - Ravenscroft serves students in grades PreK-12 and has a 135-acre campus nestled in the heart of North Raleigh. Our extraordinary facilities include: center for student life; two dining halls; innovation and technology centers; Fine Arts Center with a gallery space, 460-seat theatre and a 200-seat flexible performance space; many STEM labs; dedicated Health Center and so much more.
(15)
Students: 1,256
Grades: PK-12
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
Rank: #66.
Durham Academy
Students: 1,253
Grades: PK-12
3501 Ridge Road
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 489-3400
Rank: #77.
Students: 1,233
Grades: PK-12
3116 Academy Rd
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 489-9118
Rank: #88.
Metrolina Christian Academy
(Baptist)
(1)
Students: 1,199
Grades: PK-12
1460 Indian Trail Fairview Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 882-3375
Rank: #99.
Wilmington Christian Academy
Wilmington Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(1)
Students: 1,129
Grades: NS-12
1401 N College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 791-4248
Rank: #1010.
Covenant Day School
Covenant Day School Photo
(Presbyterian)
(13)
Students: 1,041
Grades: PK-12
800 Fullwood Ln
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 847-2385
Rank: #1111.
Cannon School
Cannon School Photo
(1)
Students: 1,039
Grades: PK-12
5801 Poplar Tent Rd
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 786-8171
Rank: #1212.
Calvary Day School
Calvary Day School Photo
(Baptist)
(3)
Students: 990
Grades: PK-12
134 S. Peace Haven Road
Winston Salem, NC 27104
(336) 765-5546
Rank: #1313.
Greensboro Day School
Greensboro Day School Photo
(24)
Students: 985
Grades: NS-12
5041 Lawndale Drive
Greensboro, NC 27455
(336) 288-8590
Rank: #1414.
Concord Academy
(Assembly of God)
(1)
Students: 960
Grades: PK-12
154 Warren C Coleman Blvd N
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 793-4750
Rank: #1515.
Gaston Christian School
Gaston Christian School Photo - Middle School students and staff at 'See You at the Pole'
(Christian)
(3)
Students: 958
Grades: PK-12
1625 Lowell Bethesda Rd
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 349-5020
Rank: #1616.
Burlington Christian Academy
Burlington Christian Academy Photo
(Assembly of God)
Students: 925
Grades: PK-12
621 Sixth Street
Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 227-0288
Rank: #1717.
Forsyth Country Day School
Forsyth Country Day School Photo
(2)
Students: 924
Grades: NS-12
5501 Shallowford Road, Lewisville
Lewisville, NC 27023
(336) 945-3151
Rank: #1818.
Hickory Grove Christian School
Hickory Grove Christian School Photo
(Baptist)
(3)
Students: 859
Grades: PK-12
7200 E. WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28215
(704) 531-4008
Rank: #1919.
High Point Christian Academy
(Baptist)
Students: 801
Grades: PK-12
800 Phillips Ave
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 841-8702
Rank: #2020.
Cape Fear Academy
Cape Fear Academy Photo
(6)
Students: 800
Grades: NS-12
3900 S College Road
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 791-0287
Rank: #2121.
Students: 711
Grades: PK-12
74 Riverwood Road
Swannanoa, NC 28778
(828) 581-2200
Rank: #2222.
Wayne Christian School
Wayne Christian School Photo
(Baptist)
(2)
Students: 693
Grades: PK-12
1201 Patetown Rd
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 735-5605
Rank: #2323.
St. David's School
St. David's School Photo - St. David`s is an independent school in the Episcopal school tradition that prepares young men and women for college and life by challenging them to excel in the vital areas of faith, virtue and knowledge.
(Christian)
(2)
Students: 680
Grades: PK-12
3400 White Oak Rd
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-3331
Rank: #2424.
Students: 674
Grades: PK-12
1901 Dobbs Farm Road
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 522-4222
Rank: #2525.
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School Photo - At Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic School we pray, we learn and we care.
(Catholic)
(3)
Students: 639
Grades: PK-8
625 Magdala Place
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 657-4800
Rank: #2626.
Southlake Christian Academy
(Presbyterian)
Students: 626
Grades: PK-12
13820 Hagers Ferry Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 949-2200
Rank: #2727.
Trinity School of Durham & Chapel Hill
Trinity School of Durham & Chapel Hill Photo - Trinity is located in Durham, North Carolina on 22 acres bordered by trails, creeks, and forests. Trinity is a CSI and SAIS-accredited independent school where children flourish in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through grade 12. We educate within the framework of Christian faith and conviction, teaching the classical tools of learning; providing a rich yet unhurried education; and communicating truth, goodness,
(Christian)
(4)
Students: 622
Grades: PK-12
4011 Pickett Road
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 402-8262
Rank: #2828.
Fayetteville Christian School
Fayetteville Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(6)
Students: 592
Grades: PK-12
1422 Ireland Dr
Fayetteville, NC 28304
(910) 483-3905
Rank: #2929.
St. Timothy's School
St. Timothy's School Photo
(Episcopal)
(8)
Students: 590
Grades: NS-8
4523 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 787-3011
Rank: #3030.
Carolina Day School
Carolina Day School Photo - Seniors and Juniors ring the bell before the Upper School Awards Ceremony
(1)
Students: 583
Grades: PK-12
1345 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 407-4442
Rank: #3131.
Davidson Day School
Davidson Day School Photo
Students: 572
Grades: PK-12
750 Jetton Street
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 237-5200
Rank: #3232.
Berean Baptist Academy
Berean Baptist Academy Photo - Berean Baptist Academy - Main Building
(Baptist)
(3)
Students: 555
Grades: PK-12
518 Glensford Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 868-2511
Rank: #3333.
Students: 548
Grades: NS-12
3130 Gillespie St
Fayetteville, NC 28306
(910) 485-7777
Rank: #3434.
Sandhills Classical Christian School
Sandhills Classical Christian School Photo - Preschool
(Christian)
(1)
Students: 546
Grades: PK-12
1487 Rays Bridge Road
Carthage, NC 28327
(910) 695-1874
Rank: #3535.
Summit School Inc
Summit School Inc Photo - Summit Library
(3)
Students: 545
Grades: NS-9
2100 Reynolda Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(336) 722-2777
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the North Carolina average private preschools student size?
The North Carolina average private preschools student size is 237 for 2025-26.
What are the private preschools with the largest student size in North Carolina?
The top ranked private preschools in North Carolina include Wesleyan Christian Academy, Charlotte Country Day School and Providence Day School.

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