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Shining Light Baptist Academy

2541 Old Charlotte Hwy
Monroe, NC 28110

Shining Light Baptist Academy's stated purpose is to come along side the home and assist in developing the mind of Christ in each child by training him/her to honor God through faithful service.

The Academy provides a strong Christian education for the children of Shining Light Baptist Church members and for a limited number of families of like faith.

Our students tested nationally above grade level compared to students in public school education.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Top Ranked NC School
School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 271 students
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Shining Light Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Year Founded

2000

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

271 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

43%

State avg.: 23%

Students by Grade

Shining Light Baptist Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

11 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball

School Notes

Shining Light Baptist Academy's stated purpose is to come along side the home and assist in developing the mind of Christ in each child by training him/her to honor God through faithful service. The Academy provides a strong Christian education for the children of Shining Light Baptist Church members and for a limited number of families of like faith. Our students tested nationally above grade level compared to students in public school education.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Shining Light Baptist Academy offer?

Shining Light Baptist Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is Shining Light Baptist Academy's ranking?

Shining Light Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Shining Light Baptist Academy?

The application deadline for Shining Light Baptist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

Top Ranked NC School
School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 271 students
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $10,525 for elementary schools and $11,806 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).