Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Guiding Light Academy
About the School
- Guiding Light Academy in Faison, NC, serves 15 co–ed students from kindergarten through sixth grade in a rural setting.
- The school is affiliated with the Church of Christ and operates with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by three teachers.
- Approximately 40% of the student body represents diverse racial backgrounds, reflecting community demographics.
- As a small rural elementary school, Guiding Light Academy provides education focused on early and middle elementary grade levels.
- Nearby private schools include New Life Christian Academy and Spirit Of Life Christian Academy, both within 10 miles and offering broader grade ranges.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 24%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Guiding Light Academy?
The application deadline for Guiding Light Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Guiding Light Academy is New Life Christian Academy (9.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Spirit Of Life Christian Academy (10.3 miles away)
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2605 Southeast Blvd
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-3700
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Gr: PK-12 | 127 students
Alternative School (Church of God)
180 Overland Rd
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-9591
Distance: 16.3 mi
Gr: K-10 | 57 students
Christian
102 E College St
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(191) 052-5360
Distance: 19.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 300 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7
Christian
2741 Mintz Road
Roseboro, NC 28382
(910) 490-9221
Distance: 22.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Christian
1302 South George Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 735-9176
Distance: 9.9 mi
Gr: K-11 | 43 students
Christian
2605 Southeast Blvd
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-3700
Distance: 10.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students
Alternative School (Church of God)
180 Overland Rd
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-9591
Distance: 16.3 mi
Gr: K-10 | 57 students
Christian
102 E College St
Salemburg, NC 28385
(191) 052-5360
Distance: 19.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 300 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7
Christian
2741 Mintz Road
Roseboro, NC 28382
(910) 490-9221
Distance: 22.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Christian
1302 South George Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 735-9176
Distance: 9.9 mi
Gr: K-11 | 43 students
Christian
2605 Southeast Blvd
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-3700
Distance: 10.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students
Alternative School (Church of God)
180 Overland Rd
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-9591
Distance: 16.3 mi
Gr: K-10 | 57 students
Christian
102 E College St
Salemburg, NC 28385
(191) 052-5360
Distance: 19.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 300 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7
Christian
2741 Mintz Road
Roseboro, NC 28382
(910) 490-9221
Distance: 22.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Christian
1302 South George Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 735-9176
Distance: 10.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students
Alternative School (Church of God)
180 Overland Rd
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-9591
Distance: 22.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Christian
1302 South George Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 735-9176
Distance: 23.8 mi
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
Montessori School
1112 Parkway Dr
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 778-6831
Distance: 23.8 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 94 students
Montessori School
103 Newhare Dr.
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 734-0051
Distance: 24.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 241 students
Sports: 2
Catholic
1601 Edgerton St
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 735-1931
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
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(910) 838-0008
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(910) 838-0008
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180 Butler Island Road
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(910) 525-4538
Roseboro, NC 28382
(910) 525-4538
8904.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
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305 West Pleasant Street
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(910) 525-4764
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(910) 525-4764
8904.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
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245 Lakewood School Rd
Salemburg, NC 28385
(910) 525-5171
Salemburg, NC 28385
(910) 525-5171
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(Math: 53% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
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404 E. College Street
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(910) 525-5547
Salemburg, NC 28385
(910) 525-5547
8905.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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