Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,900
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Morganton Day School
About the School
- Founded in 1978, Morganton Day School (MDS) serves children from Junior-Kindergarten to 8th Grade.
- With low teacher-to-student ratios and a dedication to students' success, MDS provides a superior International Baccalaureate education steeped in rigorous academics, future-focused, confidence-building, and action-oriented.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,900
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Motto
At Morganton Day School we inspire a community of learners through inquiry to achieve educational excellence.
Student Body
Total Students
130 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 24%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,900
Tuition Notes
Tuition is less for Pre-K.
% on Financial Aid
27%
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Denise Pitts
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Future CitiesGardening Club
Mensa ReadingScience Olympiad
Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirConcert Band
Varied After-School Classes
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club
School Notes
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Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Morganton Day School cost?
Morganton Day School's tuition is approximately $11,900 for private students.
What schools are Morganton Day School often compared to?
Morganton Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Christ Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Morganton Day School?
The acceptance rate of Morganton Day School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.
What sports does Morganton Day School offer?
Morganton Day School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Morganton Day School?
The application deadline for Morganton Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school is Silvercreek Adventist School (6.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is First Baptist Preschool And Af (0.3 miles away)
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Distance: 6.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 39 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2195 Jamestown Rd
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 584-3010
Distance: 9.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 257 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
170 Honeycutt Dr.
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 719-4463
Distance: 9.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 257 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
170 Honeycutt Dr.
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 719-4463
Distance: 6.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 39 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2195 Jamestown Rd
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 584-3010
Distance: 9.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 257 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
170 Honeycutt Dr.
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 719-4463
Distance: 9.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 257 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
170 Honeycutt Dr.
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 719-4463
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-K | 116 students
Daycare / Preschool
502 West Union Street
Morganton, NC 28680
(828) 433-1018
Distance: 6.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 39 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2195 Jamestown Rd
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 584-3010
Distance: 7.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 40 students
Sports: 2
Christian
5208 Foreman Street (physical address) 5956 Jenkins Rd Morganton NC ( business address)
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 764-4216
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 13 students
Baptist
4415 Calico Rd
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-2766
Distance: 9.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 257 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
170 Honeycutt Dr.
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 719-4463
Distance: 7.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 40 students
Sports: 2
Christian
5208 Foreman Street (physical address) 5956 Jenkins Rd Morganton NC ( business address)
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 764-4216
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 13 students
Baptist
4415 Calico Rd
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-2766
Distance: 9.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 257 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
170 Honeycutt Dr.
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 719-4463
Distance: 12.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 165 students
Specialized Curriculum (Baptist)
961 Harmony Grove Rd
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
Distance: 13.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 191 students
Baptist
239 Mount Herman Rd
Hudson, NC 28638
(828) 726-0055
Distance: 6.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 39 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2195 Jamestown Rd
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 584-3010
Distance: 7.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 40 students
Sports: 2
Christian
5208 Foreman Street (physical address) 5956 Jenkins Rd Morganton NC ( business address)
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 764-4216
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 13 students
Baptist
4415 Calico Rd
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-2766
Distance: 9.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 257 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
170 Honeycutt Dr.
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 719-4463
Distance: 12.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 165 students
Specialized Curriculum (Baptist)
961 Harmony Grove Rd
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-K | 116 students
Daycare / Preschool
502 West Union Street
Morganton, NC 28680
(828) 433-1018
Distance: 9.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 257 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
170 Honeycutt Dr.
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 719-4463
Distance: 12.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 165 students
Specialized Curriculum (Baptist)
961 Harmony Grove Rd
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-7069
Distance: 18.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 191 students
Baptist
225 East Court Street
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-7729
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 520 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
3260 6th St. Dr. NW
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 324-5405
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Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
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1204 Painters Gap Road
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 287-3440
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 287-3440
8916.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 254 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
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(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
176 Lukin Street
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-1040
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-1040
8917.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 200 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
54 College Drive
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 659-0411
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 659-0411
8917.5 miles
Gr: 9-13 | 138 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
346 West Mcdowell Junior High
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-3390
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-3390
8917.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 550 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Alternative School
75 Crawford St
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-1266
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-1266
8918.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 23 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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