Summit School is an independent coeducational day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Ninth Grade, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Founded in 1933, Summit's challenging, research-based curriculum stresses the development of each student's potential.
We are privileged to nurture young people in a caring environment designed to evoke maximum individual growth.
Summit School provides a challenging curriculum within a caring environment to help students develop their full potential.
Our aims are that the school must provide an environment that is physically and emotionally safe for children; the school must provide appropriate stimuli for children's intellectual, aesthetic, physical, emotional, moral and social development in order to help them grow optimally; the school must recognize and respond to the differences in children, their developmental timetables, their needs, their innate and distinguishing characteristics and aptitudes; the school must help children develop healthy self esteem and respect for their beliefs, values, talents and achievements while they learn to value others; the school must reflect diversity among its students, parents, staff and trustees; and the school must give children opportunities to care for other people and for the physical environment, within the school and in other settings.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-9
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,825
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Summit School Inc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-9
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
Campus Size
28 acres
Student Body
Total Students
545 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
38%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
World History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,825
% on Financial Aid
22%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
Admissions Director
Cindy Kluttz
Application URL
Endowment Size
$16.5 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Chess ClubMath Club
Summit Afternoon AcademySummit Summer Camps
Arts and Music Programs:
Individual music lessonsInstrumental Music
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Gymnastics Team
School Notes
- School Motto: I had a dream school in mind where everybody could be a somebody.
- Summit School is a coeducational day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Ninth Grade, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Founded in 1933, Summit's challenging, research-based curriculum stresses development of each student's potential. We are privileged to nurture young people in a caring environment designed to evoke maximum individual growth. Summit School provides a challenging curriculum within a caring environment to help students develop their full potential. Our aims are that the school must provide an environment that is physically and emotionally safe for children; the school must provide appropriate stimuli for children's intellectual, aesthetic, physical, emotional, moral and social development in order to help them grow optimally; the school must recognize and respond to the differences in children, their developmental timetables, their needs, their innate and distinguishing characteristics and aptitudes; the school must help children develop healthy self esteem and respect for their beliefs, values, talents and achievements while they learn to value others; the school must reflect diversity among its students, parents, staff and trustees; and the school must give children opportunities to care for other people and for the physical environment, within the school and in other settings.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Summit School Inc cost?
Summit School Inc's tuition is approximately $25,825 for private students.
What sports does Summit School Inc offer?
Summit School Inc offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Summit School Inc is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for most sports offered.
What is Summit School Inc's ranking?
Summit School Inc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Summit School Inc?
The application deadline for Summit School Inc is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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The nearest preschool is Reynolda Preschool (0.1 miles away)
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134 S. Peace Haven Road
Winston Salem, NC 27104
(336) 765-5546
Winston Salem, NC 27104
(336) 765-5546
4.6 miles
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Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 725-6113
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 725-6113
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Lewisville, NC 27023
(336) 945-3151
Lewisville, NC 27023
(336) 945-3151
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3665 N Patterson Ave
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 759-7762
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 759-7762
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 384 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1175 Bethania Rural Hall Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(366) 969-1782
Winston Salem, NC 27106
(366) 969-1782
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School Reviews
5 2/8/2021
Hands on education that encourages curiosity and love of learning. Head of School models love of learning for students, parents and the local community by engaging top notch educators and pedagogical experts.
5 7/1/2019
I loved this school and cannot be more pleased with skills that it taught me which I have been able to carry throughout life. It truly is a school that fosters innovation and creativity in students of all ages.
5 11/2/2018
Having gone to Summit , I can say that it prepares me in the best possible way for future education and career. Summit encourages the spirit of individual growth, while challenging each student to critically think beyond themselves and to live in a bigger world . Thank - you Summit for inspiring me for life.
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