Triangle Day School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked NC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 337 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,790
Acceptance rate: 60%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 17 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Triangle Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)
Southern Association of Independent Schools
Educational Records Bureau

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Triangle Day School
Pre-K	34
Kind	34
1	34
2	36
3	36
4	34
5	32
6	33
7	34
8	30

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1991

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

337 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

36%

State avg.: 24%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

32 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

62%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 17 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,790

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Tuition Notes

2024-2025 Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten: $16,300 Grades 1-5: $17,900 Grades 6-8: $19,950 triangledayschool.org

% on Financial Aid

20%

Acceptance Rate

60%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Deb Newlin

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DanceGolf

SoccerTennis

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

First Lego League RoboticsIMACS

MathCountsOdyssey of the Mind

Science Olympiad

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubDance Club

Ensemble Music & Band

School Notes

As a warm and welcoming community devoted to academic excellence, Triangle Day School ignites intellectual curiosity, fosters compassion and integrity, and nurtures creativity, inspiring confidence in each student to lead a life of purpose.

School Motto: As a warm and welcoming community devoted to academic excellence, Triangle Day School ignites intellectual curiosity, fosters compassion and integrity, and nurtures creativity, inspiring confidence in each student to lead a life of purpose.
School Mascot: Tornado

Welcome to Triangle Day School
As you read about the numerous programs and traditions, time-tested core values, and commitment to excellence that define TDS, I hope that you will further your exploration by visiting campus to see us in action. When you walk through the door, you`ll discover why my wife and I chose Triangle Day School for our three children.
Scholarship
Academic excellence and intellectual engagement lie at the heart of our mission at TDS. In small classes, thoughtful, creative, and dedicated teachers develop a wonderful rapport with the children, set the bar high, and then support students as they strive to reach their goals. Whether it`s a first grader making a video in Spanish, a fifth-grader researching a city for his entire class to visit, or an eighth-grader presenting her research project to the school community, our students find joy in learning and take pride in achievement. Along the way, they develop a healthy self-confidence which serves them well in high school and beyond.
Character
While formal classes exist in both Lower and Middle School, our commitment to developing character and instilling our five core values extends far beyond this time. Held to high standards, students understand the importance of integrity and respect. Engaged in close relationships, students appreciate the value of kindness and empathy. Presented with opportunities to lead and to serve, students learn the significance of selflessness and compassion.
Community
At TDS, every student feels known, connected, valued, and loved. We are small by design, and everyone`s talents matter here. Come wander our hallways, and you`ll see a kindergartener give a hug to a seventh-grader. Within a safe, comfortable environment, students rise to meet challenges and support one another in the process.
I look forward to meeting you during your visit to campus. I hope you consider joining the Triangle Day School family.
Sincerely,
Doug Norry
Head of School

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Triangle Day School cost?

Triangle Day School's tuition is approximately $16,790 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Triangle Day School?

The acceptance rate of Triangle Day School is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 82%. Triangle Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Triangle Day School offer?

Triangle Day School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

What is Triangle Day School's ranking?

Triangle Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Triangle Day School?

The application deadline for Triangle Day School is Jan. 17 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 17 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Durham, NC is $17,894 for elementary schools and $22,601 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Durham, NC is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).