The Nest Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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The Nest Academy

6740 Albemarle Rd. Charlotte, NC 28212

Tel: (704) 493-7043

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NC School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 69 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,500
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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About the School

The Nest Academy in Charlotte, NC, serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a city鈥揵ased co鈥揺d setting with a total enrollment of 69 students.
Founded in 2009, the school has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 6:1 and an average class size of 12, with 99% of faculty holding advanced degrees.
Annual tuition is $16,500, with 90% of students receiving financial aid averaging $9,000 per award, and the school maintains a 90% acceptance rate with rolling admissions.
The school offers 5 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and reports a 100% college acceptance rate.
Located in Charlotte's Idlewild Farms neighborhood, The Nest Academy is affiliated with other religious orientation and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NC School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 69 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,500
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

The Nest Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Other

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Nest Academy
Kind	6
1	2
2	8
3	5
4	6
5	8
6	5
7	6
8	5
9	5
10	5
11	4
12	4

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

2009

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

School Motto

educate, empower, and enrich

Student Body

Total Students

69 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

99%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Number of AP Courses

5 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,500

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Tuition Notes

Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities are available.

% on Financial Aid

90%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$9,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

MC Hildreth

Admissions Associate

Laura Reed

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballDance

Martial ArtsSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Student Council AssociationThe Nest Society

Trailblazers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Nest Academy cost?

The Nest Academy's tuition is approximately $16,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Nest Academy?

The acceptance rate of The Nest Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.

What sports does The Nest Academy offer?

The Nest Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Martial Arts, Soccer, Swimming and Tennis.

What is The Nest Academy's ranking?

The Nest Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for The Nest Academy?

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

In what neighborhood is The Nest Academy located?

The Nest Academy is located in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other private schools located in Idlewild Farms.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Charlotte, NC is $17,600 for elementary schools and $19,796 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Charlotte, NC is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).