Trinity Episcopal School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked NC School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 439 students
Yearly Tuition: $17,752
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Trinity Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
Other special emphasis association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Trinity Episcopal School
Kind	42
1	46
2	45
3	50
4	50
5	48
6	52
7	52
8	54

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Some Learning Differences Support

Year Founded

2000

Student Body

Total Students

439 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 24%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

50 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$17,752

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Tuition Notes

2016-17 Tuition Rates: K-5 Tuition: $16,420 6-8 Tuition: $17,990 Financial Aid – Trinity has a need-based financial aid program made possible, in part, by our Trinity Fund. All students (K-8) are eligible to apply for financial assistance.

% on Financial Aid

27%

Admissions Director

Jennifer Moore

Admissions Associate

Ayeola Elias

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

GolfSoccer

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Mecklenburg Math ClubOdyssey of the Mind

Club or Organization:

Girls on the RunLet Me Run

School Notes

Creating Scholars, Nurturing Spirituality and Embracing Diversity in Charlotte`s Center City Trinity Episcopal School is the only K-8 independent school in Uptown Charlotte. Our passionate and innovative faculty are committed to creating scholars by redefining academic rigor using our workshop approach, inspiring a responsibility for students` own learning and promoting their curiosity in the classroom and the world around them.
As an urban school Trinity has the distinct advantage of an extended campus that includes Center City destinations as ImaginOn, Discovery Place and the Mint Museum. Our school community nurtures spirituality through the reason, acceptance and service found within the Episcopal tradition by proclaiming respectful appreciation for all human beings.
We embrace the richness of diversity by encouraging students to be socially-conscious and civically-engaged ambassadors of grace, honor and respect in the world.
We instill honor through high expectations for responsibility, respect, kindness and integrity, all found in our Honor Code.
The powerful combination of creating scholars, nurturing spirituality and embracing diversity enables us to inspire, develop and send forth the future leaders of tomorrow.
For more information, schedule a tour of our beautiful Uptown campus, attend an open house or visit www.TEScharlotte.org.

Location: First Ward Garden District in Charlotte's Center City
Student/Teacher Ratio: 11:1, K-3 12:1, 4-5 18:1, 6-8
Faculty/Staff: 52 Faculty, 25 Administrative and Support
Ethnic/Racial Identification: African-American 11%, Asian/Pacific Islander .1%, Caucasian 73%, Latino/Hispanic 9%, Multi-Cultural 6%, Other .2%
Gender Identification: Boys 45%, Girls 55%
Accreditation: Southern Association of Independent Schools and Colleges
Religious Affiliation: Baptist 6%, Catholic 9%, Episcopalian 29%, Methodist 10%, Presbyterian 20%, Other 11%, Unspecified 14%
Operating Budget: $6.1M
Memberships: Association for Supervision & Curriculum Development (ASCD), Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, Charlotte Area Independent Schools (CAIS), Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), Elementary School Research Collaborative (ESRC),National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (NCAIS), North Carolina Middle School Association (NCMSA), National Middle School Association (NMSA), National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Trinity Episcopal School cost?

Trinity Episcopal School's tuition is approximately $17,752 for private students.

What sports does Trinity Episcopal School offer?

Trinity Episcopal School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Trinity Episcopal School's ranking?

Trinity Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Trinity Episcopal School?

The application deadline for Trinity Episcopal School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Trinity Episcopal School located?

Trinity Episcopal School is located in the Charlotte center city neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other private schools located in Charlotte center city.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Charlotte, NC is $17,600 for elementary schools and $19,796 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Charlotte, NC is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).