Private schools in Catawba County, NC
8 schools across Conover, Hickory, Newton. About 1,556 students in all (2023-24). 6 on the state’s Opportunity Scholarship list.
| School | Grades | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Concordia Christian Day School ✓ | PreK-8 | 203 |
| Cornerstone Christian Academy ✓ | 3-11 | 29 |
| Hickory Christian Academy ✓ | PreK-12 | 529 |
| Tabernacle Christian School ✓ | PreK-12 | 389 |
| University Christian High School ✓ | 9-12 | 151 |
| Montessori at Sandy Ford ✓ | PreK-8 | 50 |
| Johnston Wh Elementary School | K-8 | 22 |
| St. Stephen Lutheran School | PreK-8 | 183 |
On the state’s official list Other private schools
What North Carolina pays
North Carolina Opportunity Scholarship Scholarship
$3,574 to $7,942 per student, by household income Four income tiers. A family of four earning up to $61,050 gets the top amount. Students with disabilities can also use ESA+.
Figures read from each program’s official pages, 2026-09-20. Sources and how to apply
Neighboring counties
- Alexander County (1)
- Caldwell County (1)
- Burke County (5)
- Lincoln County (5)
- Iredell County (8)
- Wilkes County (3)
- Cleveland County (3)
- Gaston County (7)
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Most programs open once a year, and several ran out of money or seats in 2026. Pick your state and we will email you the day the next window opens, with the official link. That is the only email you get.
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