Trinity School of Durham & Chapel Hill Photo - Trinity is located in Durham, North Carolina on 22 acres bordered by trails, creeks, and forests. Trinity is a CSI and SAIS-accredited independent school where children flourish in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through grade 12. We educate within the framework of Christian faith and conviction, teaching the classical tools of learning; providing a rich yet unhurried education; and communicating truth, goodness,

Largest North Carolina Private Schools

The average private school in North Carolina has 171 students (2024-25).
The largest private school in North Carolina is Charlotte Country Day School with 1,722 students.
School Size Range: 626 1,722 Avg. School Size: 1,025

Largest North Carolina Private Schools (2024-25)

School
# Students
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Students: 1,722
Grades: PK-12
1440 Carmel Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
(704) 943-4530
Rank: #22.
Providence Day School
Students: 1,624
Grades: PK-12
5800 Sardis Road
Charlotte, NC 28270
(704) 887-6000
Rank: #33.
Cardinal Gibbons High School
(Catholic)
Students: 1,577
Grades: 9-12
1401 Edwards Mill Rd
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 834-1625
Rank: #44.
North Raleigh Christian Academy
North Raleigh Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(2)
Students: 1,542
Grades: PK-12
7300 Perry Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 573-7900
Rank: #55.
Wesleyan Christian Academy
Wesleyan Christian Academy Photo - Wesleyan Christian Academy was established in 1971 and serves over 1000 students in TK through 12th grade. Located in High Point, North Carolina, we have two campuses with over 100 acres of instructional classrooms and recreational and athletic fields.
(Christian)
(2)
Students: 1,306
Grades: NS-12
1917 N Centennial Street
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 883-3333
Rank: #66.
Ravenscroft
Ravenscroft Photo - Ravenscroft serves students in grades PreK-12 and has a 135-acre campus nestled in the heart of North Raleigh. Our extraordinary facilities include: center for student life; two dining halls; innovation and technology centers; Fine Arts Center with a gallery space, 460-seat theatre and a 200-seat flexible performance space; many STEM labs; dedicated Health Center and so much more.
(15)
Students: 1,256
Grades: PK-12
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
Rank: #77.
Durham Academy
Students: 1,253
Grades: PK-12
3501 Ridge Road
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 489-3400
Rank: #88.
Students: 1,233
Grades: PK-12
3116 Academy Rd
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 489-9118
Rank: #99.
Metrolina Christian Academy
(Baptist)
(1)
Students: 1,199
Grades: PK-12
1460 Indian Trail Fairview Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 882-3375
Rank: #1010.
Charlotte Christian School
Charlotte Christian School Photo - The new upper school building opened in August of 2007.
(Christian)
(7)
Students: 1,181
Grades: K-12
7301 Sardis Rd
Charlotte, NC 28270
(704) 366-5657
Rank: #1111.
Charlotte Catholic High School
Charlotte Catholic High School Photo
(Catholic)
Students: 1,171
Grades: 9-12
7702 Pineville Matthews Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
(336) 345-7993
Rank: #1212.
Carmel Christian School
Carmel Christian School Photo
(Baptist)
(17)
Students: 1,133
Grades: K-12
1145 Pineville Matthews Rd
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 849-9723
Rank: #1313.
Wilmington Christian Academy
Wilmington Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(1)
Students: 1,099
Grades: NS-12
1401 N College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 791-4248
Rank: #1414.
Cannon School
Cannon School Photo
Students: 1,039
Grades: PK-12
5801 Poplar Tent Rd
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 786-8171
Rank: #1515.
Covenant Day School
Covenant Day School Photo
(Presbyterian)
(13)
Students: 1,035
Grades: PK-12
800 Fullwood Ln
Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 847-2385
Rank: #1616.
Calvary Day School
Calvary Day School Photo
(Baptist)
(3)
Students: 990
Grades: PK-12
134 S. Peace Haven Road
Winston Salem, NC 27104
(336) 765-5546
Rank: #1717.
Greensboro Day School
Greensboro Day School Photo
(24)
Students: 985
Grades: NS-12
5041 Lawndale Drive
Greensboro, NC 27455
(336) 288-8590
Rank: #1818.
Wake Christian Academy
Wake Christian Academy Photo - Located in Raleigh, N.C., we`ve been one of Wake County`s leading private Christian schools for more than 50 years. While we`re known for our strong K-12 academic program, dedicated faculty and staff, and winning fine arts and athletic programs, we`re first and foremost a Christ-centered school. We invite you to discover Wake Christian Academy for yourself!
(Christian)
(12)
Students: 974
Grades: K-12
5500 Wake Academy Drive
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 772-6264
Rank: #1919.
Concord Academy
(Assembly of God)
(1)
Students: 960
Grades: PK-12
154 Warren C Coleman Blvd N
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 793-4750
Rank: #2020.
Gaston Christian School
Gaston Christian School Photo - Middle School students and staff at 'See You at the Pole'
(Christian)
(3)
Students: 958
Grades: PK-12
1625 Lowell Bethesda Rd
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 349-5020
Rank: #2121.
Hickory Grove Christian School
Hickory Grove Christian School Photo
(Baptist)
(3)
Students: 951
Grades: PK-12
7200 E. WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28215
(704) 531-4008
Rank: #2222.
Burlington Christian Academy
Burlington Christian Academy Photo
(Assembly of God)
Students: 925
Grades: PK-12
621 Sixth Street
Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 227-0288
Rank: #2323.
Forsyth Country Day School
Forsyth Country Day School Photo
(2)
Students: 924
Grades: NS-12
5501 Shallowford Road, Lewisville
Lewisville, NC 27023
(336) 945-3151
Rank: #2424.
Cary Christian School
Cary Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(1)
Students: 856
Grades: K-12
1330 Old Apex Rd
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 303-2560
Rank: #2525.
Grace Christian School
(Christian)
Students: 804
Grades: K-12
2601 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Sanford, NC 27332
(919) 774-4415
Rank: #2626.
High Point Christian Academy
(Baptist)
Students: 801
Grades: PK-12
800 Phillips Ave
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 841-8702
Rank: #27 - 2827. - 28.
Cape Fear Academy
Cape Fear Academy Photo
(6)
Students: 789
Grades: NS-12
3900 S College Road
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 791-0287
Rank: #27 - 2827. - 28.
Cary Academy
(1)
Students: 789
Grades: 6-12
1500 N Harrison Avenue
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 677-3873
Rank: #2929.
Grace Christian School
Grace Christian School Photo - GRACE is a K-12 dual accredited Christian School that has been educating students in the Raleigh area for more than 32 years. When families are asked what they like best about GRACE Christian School, overwhelmingly their responses include the words, loving, caring, community, and academically challenging."
(Christian)
(1)
Students: 786
Grades: K-12
801 & 1101 Buck Jones Road
Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 230-6554
Rank: #3030.
Students: 711
Grades: PK-12
74 Riverwood Road
Swannanoa, NC 28778
(828) 581-2200
Rank: #3131.
Wayne Christian School
Wayne Christian School Photo
(Baptist)
(2)
Students: 693
Grades: PK-12
1201 Patetown Rd
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 735-5605
Rank: #3232.
St. David's School
St. David's School Photo - St. David`s is an independent school in the Episcopal school tradition that prepares young men and women for college and life by challenging them to excel in the vital areas of faith, virtue and knowledge.
(Christian)
(2)
Students: 680
Grades: PK-12
3400 White Oak Rd
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-3331
Rank: #3333.
Students: 674
Grades: PK-12
1901 Dobbs Farm Road
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 522-4222
Rank: #3434.
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School Photo - At Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic School we pray, we learn and we care.
(Catholic)
(3)
Students: 639
Grades: PK-8
625 Magdala Place
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 657-4800
Rank: #3535.
Southlake Christian Academy
(Presbyterian)
Students: 626
Grades: PK-12
13820 Hagers Ferry Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 949-2200
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the North Carolina average private schools student size?
The North Carolina average private schools student size is 171 for 2024-25.
What are the private schools with the largest student size in North Carolina?
The top ranked private schools in North Carolina include Charlotte Country Day School, Providence Day School and Cardinal Gibbons High School.
What is private high school and private elementary school with the largest student size in North Carolina?
The private high school with the largest student size in North Carolina is Charlotte Country Day School, with a value of 1722. The private elementary school with the largest student size is Charlotte Country Day School, with a value of 1722.

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