Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Wilmington Sda School
About the School
- Wilmington Sda School in Wilmington, NC serves 13 co–ed students in grades 1 through 8 within a midsize city community setting.
- Founded in 1863, the school is affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist Church and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with one teacher.
- The school's student body is 89% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for diversity.
- Wilmington Sda School is a member of the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and associated with national educational organizations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Wilmington Sda School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1863
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
13 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
89%
State avg.: 24%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (1990) -
- Jane Smith, Author (2005) -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Wilmington Sda School?
Wilmington Sda School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (1990) and Jane Smith, Author (2005).
What is Wilmington Sda School's ranking?
Wilmington Sda School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Wilmington Sda School?
The application deadline for Wilmington Sda School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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