Profiles

High School at O'Neal

INSPIRING THE FUTURE
Let Your Journey Take Flight
 
At The O’Neal School, high school is more than just academics — it’s a launchpad for your passions, purpose, and potential. As a student in our Upper School (grades 9–12), you’ll experience a dynamic college-preparatory program designed to challenge and inspire you.

Looking for a top private high school in North Carolina? O’Neal offers a rigorous curriculum that includes on-campus dual enrollment and Advanced Placement courses. We have an exceptional faculty mentorship and a personalized college counseling program starting in 9th grade. You’ll find your voice through small class sizes, individualized attention, and countless leadership opportunities.

Your education extends beyond the classroom, and O’Neal encourages you to think big and go further. Our vibrant arts and athletics programs, student clubs, and service opportunities help you develop confidence, creativity, and compassion to lead in today’s world.

Located in Southern Pines, NC, O’Neal combines academic excellence with a strong community, helping students become thinkers, doers, and difference-makers.

Ready to take the next step?

Explore what makes O’Neal one of the best private high schools in NC for preparing students for college and life.


Class of 2026 College Acceptances

Anderson University Appalachian State University Auburn University Bellarmine University Boston College Boston University Campbell University Case Western Reserve University Clemson University Coastal Carolina University College of Charleston Colorado School of MINES Colorado State University Duke University East Carolina University Elon University Embry-Riddle Flagler College Florida Tech STEM Forham University Georgia Southern University Greensboro College High Point University Illinois State University James Madison University Liberty University Lynn University Mississippi State University Montana State University NC State Notheastern University Oberlin College Pace University Penn State University Pratt Institute Purdue University Radford University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Sewanee Southern Virginia University The Citidel The Ohio State University University at Buffalo University of Alabama University of Cincinnati University of Colorado Boulder University of Hawaii University of Kentucky University of Mississippi University of North Caroline Asheville University of North Caroline Chapel Hill University of North Caroline Charlotte University of North Caroline Geensboro University of North Caroline Wilmington University of Richmond University of San Diego University of South Carolina University of South Florida University of Tennessee University of Virginia Virginia Commonwealth University Virginia Tech University--> <img class= West Virginia University Western Carolina University Wingate University Wofford College
Jalen Lindsey
"From mastering a rigorous course load to learning how to construct a professional email, I credit O'Neal for many skills I took to college."

Jalen Lindsey '22
Junior | NCSU School of Engineering

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