All-boys boarding school in Arden, NC for grades 8-12 with specialized programs for learning differences and ADD/ADHD support
Christ School is an all-boys boarding school in Arden, NC serving grades 8-12 with a strong commitment to supporting students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD. The school offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support services, recognizing that students with these diagnoses benefit from structured environments, small class sizes (average 11 students), and personalized attention from experienced faculty—65% of whom hold advanced degrees.
Set on a beautiful 500-acre campus, Christ School provides a comprehensive residential experience designed to help students develop independence and confidence. The school combines rigorous academics with extensive athletic and extracurricular opportunities, including climbing, kayaking, mountain biking, and team sports. This blend of challenge and support helps students with learning differences build resilience while discovering their strengths in a supportive community.
Founded in 1900 and affiliated with the Episcopal Church (welcoming students of all faiths), Christ School enrolls 302 boys from across the United States and internationally. Tuition is $31,295 annually, with 42% of students receiving financial aid (average grant $17,342). The admissions director is Palmer Straughn. Contact the school at (828) 684-6232 or christschool.org for more information about learning support programs and the application process.
At a Glance
Grades8-12
Students302
Class Size11:1 ratio
Tuition$31,295
Fin. Aid42% receive aid
Est.1900
DeadlineFeb. 10 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), Other school association(s)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1900 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $31,295 |
| Total Students | 302 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 43 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65 |
| Average Class Size | 11 |
| Grades Offered | 8-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Palmer Straughn |
| Admissions Associate | Mike Payne |
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 10 / rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 42 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $17,342 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | All-boys |
| Percent of Students of Color | 22 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Climbing · Cross Country · Football · Freestyle Skiing · Golf · Kayaking · Lacrosse · Mountain Biking · Mountaineering · Snowboarding · Soccer · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Winter Track · Show More (1) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) · Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Episcopal |
| School Calendar | www.christschool.org/campus-life/school-calendar |
Contact the school
(828) 684-6232500 Christ School Rd, Arden, North Carolina 28704
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