Shining Light Baptist Academy

Shining Light Baptist Academy's stated purpose is to come along side the home and assist in developing the mind of Christ in each child by training him/her to honor God through faithful service.
The Academy provides a strong Christian education for the children of Shining Light Baptist Church members and for a limited number of families of like faith.
Our students tested nationally above grade level compared to students in public school education.

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Shining Light Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
271 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Shining Light Baptist Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
11 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

School Notes

  • Shining Light Baptist Academy's stated purpose is to come along side the home and assist in developing the mind of Christ in each child by training him/her to honor God through faithful service. The Academy provides a strong Christian education for the children of Shining Light Baptist Church members and for a limited number of families of like faith. Our students tested nationally above grade level compared to students in public school education.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Shining Light Baptist Academy offer?
Shining Light Baptist Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Shining Light Baptist Academy's ranking?
Shining Light Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Shining Light Baptist Academy?
The application deadline for Shining Light Baptist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $12,684 for elementary schools and $14,070 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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