Willow Tree Community School in Shelby, NC serves 21 students in grades 5 through 12 within a rural community setting.
The co–educational alternative school has a Christian orientation and a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 with 4 teaching staff.
Enrollment size of 21 supports a small, individualized learning environment from middle through high school levels.
The school's tuition and affordability details are aligned with rural NC private education options.
Willow Tree Community School is among several private schools in the Shelby area offering secondary education with low enrollment and small class sizes.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
21 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Willow Tree Community School is often viewed alongside schools like Twelve Oaks Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Willow Tree Community School?
The application deadline for Willow Tree Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Willow Tree Community School is Twelve Oaks Academy (3.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Grace Christian Academy (8.8 miles away)
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