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Yancey County Christian School

694 Tine Swamp Rd Burnsville, NC 28714
Tel: (828) 682-5034
www.yanceync.net

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 70 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Yancey County Christian School serves 70 students in grades Kindergarten-12, is a member of the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) or (School of Tomorrow).
  • The student:teacher of Yancey County Christian School is 18:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Baptist.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 70 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Yancey County Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Lowest average acceptance rates
School History
Oldest founding date
School Resources
Largest endowments

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) or (School of Tomorrow)
Religious Affiliation
Baptist
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeYancey County Christian School
Kind8
15
27
37
47
52
68
77
85
96
103
125
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Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
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Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Truth and Honor
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
    • Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Yancey County Christian School cost?
Yancey County Christian School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Yancey County Christian School often compared to?
Yancey County Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Tri-county Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Yancey County Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Yancey County Christian School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 82%. Yancey County Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Yancey County Christian School?
Yancey County Christian School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner.
What is Yancey County Christian School's ranking?
Yancey County Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Yancey County Christian School?
The application deadline for Yancey County Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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