Uwharrie Learning Center

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)

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

School Overview

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

Student Body

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

Academics and Faculty

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

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

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

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