Wilmington Sda School serves 13 students in grades 1-8, is a member of the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC), the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).
The student:teacher of Wilmington Sda School is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Seventh Day Adventist.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Wilmington Sda School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Year Founded
1863
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
13 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
89%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and 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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