We know education is top of mind for a lot of parents right now โ and we know options can be overwhelming, especially as virtual schedules continue to shift. As you weigh the pros and cons of different learning models, we want to help you consolidate your research.
Today, weโre sharing some of the top-rated private schools in our city. Note: this conversation is part of our ongoing education coverage + is in no way meant to be exhaustive. We will continue to share news and updates from our local public school systems, as well as other specialized program options for parents and students in Raleigh.
Al-Iman School |๐ 3020 Ligon St. | ๐งฑ Founded 1994
๐ Grades Pre-Kโ8, coeducational
โ๏ธ Elementary and middle day school
โช Islamic faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $6,400โ$6,800 by grade (scholarships available)
An-Noor Quran Academy |๐ 808 Atwater St. | ๐งฑ Founded 2009
๐ Grades Kโ8, coeducational
โ๏ธ Elementary and middle day school
โช Islamic faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $5,880
Atlas International School |๐ 4112 Garland Dr. | ๐งฑ Founded 1996
๐ Grades Pre-Kโ8, coeducational
โ๏ธ Elementary and middle day school
โช Non-sectarian
๐ธ Tuition costs $9,800โ$10,800 by grade (financial assistance available)
Cardinal Gibbons High School |๐1401 Edwards Mill Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1909
๐ Grades 9โ12, c-educational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Catholic faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $11,470+
Chesterbrook Academy |๐ 10200 Strickland Dr. | ๐งฑ Founded 1995
๐ Grades Pre-Kโ5, c-educational
โ๏ธ Elementary day school
โช Non-sectarian
๐ธ Tuition costs $12,000+
The Fletcher Academy |๐ 400 Cedarview Court + 1116 N Blount Street | ๐งฑ Founded 1981
๐ Grades 2โ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Non-sectarian
๐ธ Tuition costs $19,488โ$22,380 by grade (financial assistance available)
Friendship Christian School |๐5510 Falls of Neuse Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1970
๐ Grades Pre-Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Christian faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $1,750โ$7,515 by grade (financial assistance available)
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Ranked #14 for private schools in the Triangle (Niche 2021)
Neuse Christian Academy |๐7600 Falls of Neuse Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1972
๐ Grades Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Christian faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $5,350โ$6,775 by grade (financial assistance available)
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Ranked #16 for private schools in the Triangle (Niche 2021)
Raleigh Christian Academy |๐ 2110 Trawick Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1977
๐ Grades Pre-Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Christian faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $5,972โ$7,312 by grade + enrollment type (financial assistance available)
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Ranked #18 for private schools in the Triangle (Niche 2021)
GRACE Christian School |๐ 801 + 1101 Buck Jones Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1984
๐ Grades Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Christian faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $6,500โ$11,200 by grade (financial assistance available)
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Ranked #11 for private schools in the Triangle (Niche 2021)
Learn With the Best |๐ 4900 Waters Edge Dr. | ๐งฑ Founded 2010
๐ Grades Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ Day school for students with developmental or learning disabilities
โช Non-sectarian
๐ธ Contact for tuition rates
The Montessori School of Raleigh |๐ 7005 Lead Mine Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1974
๐ Grades Pre-Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ Montessori and international baccalaureate day school
โช Non-sectarian
๐ธ Tuition costs $12,000โ23,400 by grade (scholarships available)
North Raleigh Christian Academy |๐ 7300 Perry Creek Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1996
๐ Grades Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Christian faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $4,500โ$9,600 by grade (financial assistance available)
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Ranked #10 for private schools in the Triangle (Niche 2021)
The Raleigh School |๐ 1141 Raleigh School Dr. | ๐งฑ Founded 1952
๐ Grades Pre-Kโ5, coeducational
โ๏ธ Play-based preschool and elementary
โช Non-sectarian
๐ธ Tuition costs $15,000 (financial assistance available)
Ravenscroft School |๐ 7409 Falls of Neuse Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1862
๐ Grades Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Judeo-Christian values
๐ธ Tuition costs $11,000โ$26,000 by grade (scholarships available)
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Ranked #2 for private schools in the Triangle (Niche 2021)
St. Davidโs School |๐ 3400 White Oak Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1972
๐ Grades Pre-Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Episcopal faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $10,000โ$24,000 by grade (financial assistance and loans available)
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Ranked #3 for private schools in the Triangle (Niche 2021)
St. Maryโs School |๐ 900 Hillsborough St. | ๐งฑ Founded 1842
๐ Grades 9โ12, girls only
โ๏ธ College preparatory high school (boarding optional)
โช Episcopal faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $28,000+ by grade (financial assistance and loans available)
St. Timothyโs School |๐ 4523 Six Forks Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1958
๐ Grades Pre-Kโ8, coeducational
โ๏ธ Elementary and middle day school
โช Episcopal faith tradition
๐ธ Tuition costs $9,600โ18,000+ by grade (financial aid available)
Thales Academy |๐ 8151 Town Dr. + 10 other campuses | ๐งฑ Founded 2007
๐ Grades Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ Classical focused day school
โช Non-sectarian
๐ธ Tuition costs $4,800โ$5,5000 by grade (scholarships available)
Trinity Academy |๐ 10224 Baileywick Rd. | ๐งฑ Founded 1995
๐ Grades Kโ12, coeducational
โ๏ธ College preparatory day school
โช Christian faith tradition + classical learning model
๐ธ Tuition costs $5,000โ$15,000 by grade (financial assistance available)
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Ranked #8 for private schools in the Triangle (Niche 2021)
