For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 139 students in 27278, NC (there are , serving 6,715 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in 27278, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
50% of private schools in 27278, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
草榴社区 Schools in 27278, NC (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
121 Orange High School Road
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 732-0888
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 732-0888
Gr: NS-11 | 139 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
109 Millstone Drive
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 644-2090
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 644-2090
Gr: PK-6 Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
27278, North Carolina 草榴社区 Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Mary Catholic School (Closed 2004)
(Catholic)
7500 Schley Rd
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 732-7200
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 732-7200
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 27278, NC?
2 private schools are located in 27278, NC.
What percentage of students in 27278 go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in 27278 are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 27278?
50% of private schools in 27278 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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