Uwharrie Learning Center

665 Timber Trail Gold Hill, NC 28071
www.trtc.net

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Uwharrie Learning Center in Gold Hill, NC is a rural nonsectarian all–boys alternative school serving grades 6–12 with a total enrollment of 26 students.
  • The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 3 teachers on campus, supporting personalized learning in a small–school environment.
  • Approximately 37.5% of the student body represents diverse racial backgrounds, reflecting some demographic diversity within the rural community.
  • The campus spans 187 acres in a rural setting, providing an alternative school option for families seeking education outside typical urban or suburban locales.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Students By Grade
Campus Size
187 acres

Student Body

Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

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The application deadline for Uwharrie Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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