2021 Fayetteville, NC Area Best College Prep Schools Ranking

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Fayetteville Academy
Private School
Fayetteville, NC
PK, K-12
Rating 4.81 out of 5 47 reviews
#1 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Parent: Fayetteville Academy provides the best college preparatory environment in the Fayetteville area. We were looking for an independent, non-sectarian school, and FA is the only option in the area. Students are challenged and supported. We are very pleased!
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1250 Average SAT
29 Average ACT
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Cross Creek Early College High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.88 out of 5 197 reviews
#1 Best College Prep Public High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Senior: My time at Cross Creek has been good for all four years. The teachers continued the challenge me with different and creative assignments. I'm grateful for those challenges because they pushed me into scenarios where I would have the adapt and modify the ways I would regularly do things. My organization, time management, and communication skills have improved exceedingly. At Cross Creek, my classmates became like my family because my class was small, like every entering class. At this school, you could receive up to around 60 college credit hours. This school is an excellent investment in one's future career.
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1140 Average SAT
24 Average ACT
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Cumberland International Early Colleges
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 4.13 out of 5 126 reviews
#2 Best College Prep Public High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Junior: Cumberland International Early College High School is a great school for those who wish to go above and beyond during their high school years. This school located on Fayetteville State University's campus allows high school students to earn at least 60 free college credits while still attending high school, and it also prepares students for applying for colleges and scholarships in the future. This school has a great community and many extracurricular activities.
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1140 Average SAT
24 Average ACT
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Sandhoke Early College
Hoke County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.85 out of 5 101 reviews
#3 Best College Prep Public High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Alum: Sandhoke Early Community College High School is an amazing school. It gives students the opportunity to graduate with a high school diploma and an Associates. This high school provides student with a 2 year free collage experience. Not only does this school prepare students for a four year university, but is also shapes the character of each student that attends this school. The only thing that I would change form this school is the lack of space. This high school started off as only accepting about 100 students each year, therefore the school in general is quiet small. With time the school began to accept more students and there is not enough space for everyone. So I would simply change the building's size to provide more comfort for its student.
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1130 Average SAT
23 Average ACT
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Jack Britt High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.73 out of 5 670 reviews
#4 Best College Prep Public High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Alum: Jack Britt is an incredible school. The teachers care about your education, the counselors care about your future. They want you to succeed and come out as a quality individual. This is due to the pristine quality standards Jack Britt holds for its students. Sports, coaches, librarians, all other staff were sensational and brought positivity to the school environment. Coaches kept the fellow students head high, while being able to provide excellent leadership/motivation to allow us success in our matches. Always felt safe attending the high school, entering the building knowing the day is well cared for by our prestigious educators and head office. Special shoutout to the excellent engineering program we have, the Integrated Systems Technology Academy.
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1180 Average SAT
25 Average ACT
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Berean Baptist Academy
Private School
Fayetteville, NC
PK, K-12
Rating 3.81 out of 5 21 reviews
#2 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Junior: Berean is a great school for anyone that wants to learn in a safe, Christian environment. Berean really pushes having a good relationship with God, keeping up your grades, and participating in school activities. The teachers really care about you and try to help as much as possible with anything you have going on in or out of school. I would recommend Berean Baptist Acadamy for any Christian student that wants to pursue learning in a good environment.
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1110 Average SAT
27 Average ACT
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Massey Hill Classical High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 4.07 out of 5 121 reviews
#5 Best College Prep Public High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Senior: I love Massey Hill Classical! I have been a student for four years and every single faculty member made me feel welcome right from the start. I would recommend this school to anyone who wants something different with their education. Massey Hill has smaller class sizes so you are able to get more individualized attention from your teachers than you would if you went to a standard high school. Massey is the home of the Pirates, and while we do not have our own sports teams with the exception of the basketball and volleyball teams who compete yearly against Reid Ross Classical in the "Classical Challenge", you are still able to participate in sports of your choice at the school whose district you live in. Very few people are unhappy at Massey because of the variety of programs, clubs, and classes that are offered each year. If you go to Massey, you will always be proud to be a Pirate.
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1100 Average SAT
25 Average ACT
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Village Christian Academy
Private School
Fayetteville, NC
K-12
Rating 4.06 out of 5 70 reviews
#3 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Parent: Amazing school, fabulous teachers, stellar academic rigor and comforting family atmosphere! VCA is committed to providing excellence in education while integrating a Biblical worldview in every aspect of student life.
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1140 Average SAT
25 Average ACT
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Fayetteville Christian School
Private School
Fayetteville, NC
PK, K-12
Rating 4.49 out of 5 91 reviews
#4 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Senior: Fayetteville Christian is a school that truly values the importance of relationships! At this school I was able to develop meaningful relationships with my teachers and classmates. Along with this we are driven to be more than just good students, we are taught to be good people. Being in such an family oriented environment while being able to grow in my relationship with christ.
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1120 Average SAT
25 Average ACT
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Terry Sanford High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.45 out of 5 266 reviews
#6 Best College Prep Public High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Senior: I love Terry Sanford. It’s my high school and almost a second home. I have met some of the best people here and my closest friends. But of course, not every place is perfect. There is not an even amount of support in all extracurriculars, as one would expect in high school. And there is a problem with cracking down on students who indulge in in appropriate and illegal behavior while on schools grounds. I am highly grateful for the Global Studies program for keeping me shielded from being exposed to the brunt of that, but I also feel being in Global excludes you from the population of the rest of the school. Additionally, the School of Global Studies is funded mainly in part by students who do not deserve to be there but have enough money to pay their way in. It’s the negative plus positives that leave me to review this school with 4 stars.
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1140 Average SAT
25 Average ACT
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Cape Fear High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.85 out of 5 331 reviews
#7 Best College Prep Public High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Alum: Cape Fear High School gave me an amazing high school experience. I was a very involved student and still am today as an alum. I was a member of several sports teams and clubs. The faculty was so nice and cared about every student. There were many opportunities for students to be involved with school spirit and pride and also in the community. Many clubs were offered so that each student felt that they belonged somewhere, and they have started more since I have graduated only three years ago. The sense of community is something that the whole school takes pride in. The slogan for the school is "Colt Pride Never Stops". There is so much truth to this statement. The sports teams have had many successful seasons, and each time the community pours in support. If you go to Cape Fear High School, you are part of a group. You are welcomed and you are celebrated. You are given so many opportunities to be involved and even receive help when you need it.
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1120 Average SAT
24 Average ACT
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Cape Fear Christian Academy
Private School
Erwin, NC
PK, K-12
Rating 4.53 out of 5 34 reviews
#5 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Fayetteville, NC Area
Senior: I have attended Cape Fear Christian Academy ever since I was in kindergarten. I am currently now a senior. I can definitely say that being in this school has made me into a better person. Attending Cape Fear Christian Academy has drawn me closer to God and reach out to others when in need of help. I always try my best to help anyone in any way that I can. What I would like to see change in the school is the size. Cape Fear Christian Academy has grown over the years I have been here and I think that It's finally time to expand!
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grade B
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grade B
College Prep
1090 Average SAT
22 Average ACT
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Howard Health & Life Science High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.56 out of 5 73 reviews
Alum: I enjoyed being a student at Howard Health Life and Sciences High School. I graduated a year ago, but when I was there for the four years I felt like the teachers were good and the material they went over was good as well. I think the faculty was okay at the time, but the college readiness was as I expected. I think diversity was good and the could have improved on having more activities that would entice the upperclassmen to attend events. Sports and the Arts at the school is more of a non-applicable factor considering it is more stem based (although it might have broaden up some more). Overall, I had a good experience at the school and I would recommend it to some else.
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College Prep
1100 Average SAT
23 Average ACT
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Freedom Christian Academy
Private School
Fayetteville, NC
PK, K-12
Rating 4.42 out of 5 24 reviews
Junior: I have been attending Freedom Christian Academy for 3years. It's pretty small school. However, teachers are amazing they actually try to teach students effectively and Biblically. Students are just amazing! They do really enjoy their life in FCA. We do also have some international students and they are hard workers. Majority of seniors do go to pretty decent college as well. I love my school and I am proud of to be FCA student.
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1100 Average SAT
22 Average ACT
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Pine Forest High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.56 out of 5 320 reviews
Senior: My experience with Pine Forest high school was beyond this world! The school is such a great and grand community that offers wonderful education. This school has a spectacular staff and even better resources for me to get the absolute best out of my experience at Pine Forest High School. People who attend this school will never be bored because this school has several clubs and activities for students to partake in. Everyone at Pine Forest high is very friendly, they help out with whatever I need as far as questions that I have, information that I need, etc. In conclusion, I certainly enjoy this school and everything that it has to offer!
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1110 Average SAT
24 Average ACT
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Northwood Temple Academy
Private School
Fayetteville, NC
PK, K-12
Rating 3.85 out of 5 27 reviews
Senior: I've been going to Northwood ever since I was in preschool, I'm now a senior but something that I always admired about the school is the diversity and the way the teachers and staff treat their students. The only thing I would change about this school would be the restroom policy, the policy is that the restroom doors are locked during class, but in between classes the students are allowed to use the restroom. I would change this policy because if someone has an emergency and has to use the restroom they wouldn't be able to access it quick enough.
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1060 Average SAT
26 Average ACT
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Trinity Christian School
Private School
Fayetteville, NC
K-12
Rating 4.75 out of 5 4 reviews
Senior: The teachers and staff members treat you like family and the sports program is GREAT ! The academics are outstanding, they prepare you for SAT/ACT Tests and College.
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1050 Average SAT
24 Average ACT
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Liberty Christian Academy
Private School
Fayetteville, NC
PK, K-12
Rating 3.83 out of 5 6 reviews
Alum: I started attending Liberty Christian Academy in my Sophomore year of high school. I did not really know what to expect since I was home schooled since the beginning of my middle school years. Before my first day of school I had an interview with the principal and his easygoing made me feel welcome. By the time my first week of school was over the school was like a second home to both myself and my brother. And the students, staff, and other parents were like family. Liberty Christian Academy is and always will be one of my favorite life changing memories.
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1040 Average SAT
— Average ACT
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Grays Creek High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.78 out of 5 298 reviews
Sophomore: Gray’s Creek high school was an overall excellent school academic wise. In the spores we weren’t the best but we were fierce and dedicated. However, it being African-American in a predominately white school has is upside downs. They have a variety of clubs that well have you interested, whether you are interested in debate or empowerment!
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1100 Average SAT
23 Average ACT
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Hoke County High School
Hoke County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.45 out of 5 264 reviews
Senior: It's a great place to make friends. The food isn't all that good.. and the bathrooms are worse. Most teachers are great! All my teachers were amazing. I loved to school pep-rallies, etc. I only attended one soccer game but I always heard the students and teachers talk about the teams. There are definitely a lot of opportunities at Hoke, you just have to take them and focus on your education.
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1000 Average SAT
21 Average ACT
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Reid Ross Classical Middle-High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.7 out of 5 130 reviews
Alum: Reid Ross Classical was a small school that focuses on academics embrassing the arts. It has many nurturing and involved teachers. My time there was enjoyable and because of an excellent faculty we’ve had 100% of our seniors graduate year after year. Those who apply for colleges get in with no problem because Reid Ross has such an outstanding history. Though it did lack sports and homecoming when I was attending, which many of us didn’t enjoy, and had a uniform dress code, which we also didn’t like very much, I think all of that pushed us to be more focused academically. Go Cougars!
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College Prep
1020 Average SAT
21 Average ACT
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South View High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.54 out of 5 346 reviews
Junior: As a rising senior, I truly enjoyed the school. Despite some of the fights that occur and arguments with faculty, there are some great qualities. There is an IB (International Baccalaureate) program, and it's constructive toward your academic goals. It's a highly recognized program with enthusiastic, motivational, and kind teachers that want nothing more than for you to succeed. South View is a police/security-based school, with multiple classes you can take online, on campus, or off-campus in a community college to fulfill your graduation requirements. There is so much school spirit, and sports are highly encouraged. We have traditional volleyball tournaments and a fantastic student section during football season. Once you learn your way around the school, it is straightforward to navigate where you are going, along with the quickest way to get there. I recommend South View High to anyone in the area!!
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1050 Average SAT
22 Average ACT
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Bal-Perazim Christian Academy
Private School
Fayetteville, NC
K-12
Rating 4.83 out of 5 6 reviews
Alum: Bal- Pera Zimbabwe Christian Academy is a very small school that focuses on the students. The class rooms are small about six to twelve students and the teacherstory are always helps full.
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990 Average SAT
20 Average ACT
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E.E. Smith High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.92 out of 5 254 reviews
Senior: In Ezekiel Ezra Smith High School, I learned to accept help and to jump out of my comfort zone. It has taught me that if you need help, then get help. I did not join clubs and organizations but I wish I did. The more i was there the more it showed that at my school it had a feeling of security and family. It always felt like I was at a second home there like if I needed anything I was able to count on faculty and staff to get it. No matter what has happened through these four years, I wouldn't ask to be at any other school because all the pushing and and the late tutoring sessions were worth it to be able to say "I did it!" I couldn't have done it without the support of the wonderful teachers and faculty. Going to events were always a great load off the week. Being able to do concessions help me now that I work in a restaurant, it gave me a taste f what working is like. Being able to learn so much is what makes it just a great school. It offered many opportunities and experiences.
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1000 Average SAT
20 Average ACT
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Douglas Byrd High School
Cumberland County Schools, NC
9-12
Rating 3.21 out of 5 185 reviews
Alum: Overall, my experience at Douglas Byrd High School was amazing! All the opportunities provided to me through my school and it's staff is what got me to where I am today. Douglas Byrd is a big part in who I am seeing as I attended it for my entire high school career. I wouldn't change a thing other than more parental involvement, we need parents as much as everyone else. All in all, Douglas Byrd High School is an amazing school with amazing people in it!
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980 Average SAT
20 Average ACT
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Oak Hill Academy
Private School
Mouth Of Wilson, VA
8-12
Rating 3.91 out of 5 22 reviews
Alum: As a prior student at Oak Hill, I enjoyed so many extra curricular activities with different clubs, sports, a general store, fishing pond, and more on a private location to occupy the time. Students and teachers alike do school dances, holiday parties, and home games! The teachers are understanding and help you to make good grades. Uniforms are of variety, which was nice. The housing for teachers and students offer plenty of space in each bedroom with conjoining bathrooms, windows in each room. Nice for a boarding school. I still communicate with my lifelong friends I've made.
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95 Students
5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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George Washington University Online High School
Online School
Ashburn, VA
8-12
Rating 4.33 out of 5 24 reviews
Senior: I have been attending GWUOHS since 7th grade. I am now in 12th, so that's 6 whole years with them! Personally, I'm someone who likes to be challenged, so I have loved the rigorous education system that they've provided throughout the years. I also like having the freedom to go to school without the need to leave the house (of course, that's the situation for the majority of us now during this pandemic). Nevertheless, I appreciate having a much more flexible schedule due to this school's platform.

I've had a slight issue with this school, however. I would recommend that GWUOHS provides better counseling from advisors regarding courses. I was unaware that the courses I was taking had caused me to advance by 1 year ahead of the other students who were in my same grade. I didn't learn until last year that I was required to return for my senior year for only 2 electives and my final Journeys Symposium class in order to fulfill the missing credits I needed in order to graduate.
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147 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart
Private School
Bethesda, MD
PK, K-12
Rating 4.06 out of 5 117 reviews
Niche User: Stone Ridge is a great school for girls to grow as both students and women. The teachers are all dedicated and caring and students have access to one of the best educations in Maryland. The sacred heart connection instills important goals and values into every girl, and the Social Action program encourages awareness, action, and humble service. The sports teams are also pretty good. That being said, there is a cliquey environment at the school. The girls who went to Stone Ridge for middle school form exclusive groups, and the girls who play lacrosse and field hockey receive far more attention (and seemingly funding) from the athletic department than girls on any other sport team, especially cross country. Lastly, the art department has room for improvement, but the Cor Unum campaign is working to fix that. Overall, SR is a great place for learning, and despite cliques, very girl seems to find her groove or group.
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714 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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