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#238 of 404 private schools in NC
Cardinal Gibbons High School
High School
1401 EDWARDS MILL RD, Raleigh, NC 27607
Enrollment
1,577
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,577
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#238 of 404
In Raleigh
#20 of 30
public schools
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About Cardinal Gibbons High School
Cardinal Gibbons High School is a private high school in Raleigh, NC. Cardinal Gibbons High School serves approximately 1,577 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Gibbons High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #238 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Cardinal Gibbons High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cardinal Gibbons High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cardinal Gibbons High School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cardinal Gibbons High School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Athens Drive High | 7.1 |
| Gov. Morehead School f/t Blind | 7.8 |
| Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy | 7.8 |
| Needham Broughton High | 7.6 |
| Raleigh Charter High School | 9.2 |
| Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy | 8.9 |
| Vernon Malone College and Career Academy | 9.0 |
| Leesville Road High | 7.1 |
| Sanderson High | 5.7 |
| Phillips High | 4.4 |
| Longleaf School of the Arts | 7.6 |
| Longview | — |
| Enloe High | 8.2 |
| Central Wake High School | 3.8 |
| Southeast Raleigh High | 4.1 |
| Wake Early College of Health and Science | 7.5 |
| Millbrook High | 7.3 |
| Wakefield High | 6.8 |
| American Leadership Academy - Johnston | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1401 EDWARDS MILL RD, Raleigh, NC 27607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardinal Gibbons High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IRON ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Athens Drive High (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cary High (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Cary), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Mount Vernon Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| LEARN WITH THE BEST SCHOOL, INC. Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| IRON ACADEMY Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 2.5 mi | — |
| Reedy Creek Elementary Cary | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Athens Drive High Raleigh | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Connections Academy Cary | 2.6 mi | — |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Combs Elementary Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| AN-NOOR SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Reedy Creek Middle Cary | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Adams Elementary Cary | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| TRIANGLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cary | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Martin Middle Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| East Cary Middle Cary | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CARY ACADEMY Cary | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Cary High Cary | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,216
Median Home Value
$639,200
Median Rent
$1,529/mo
Population
26,062
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
45.3%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
25.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eastern Guilford High Gibsonville, NC | 6.0 |
| Erwin High Asheville, NC | 6.0 |
| Havelock High Havelock, NC | 6.0 |
| Mallard Creek High School Charlotte, NC | 6.0 |
| R J Reynolds High Winston-Salem, NC | 6.0 |
| South Central Winterville, NC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardinal Gibbons High School
What grades does Cardinal Gibbons High School serve?
Cardinal Gibbons High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cardinal Gibbons High School?
Cardinal Gibbons High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,577 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Gibbons High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Gibbons High School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cardinal Gibbons High School rank in NC?
Cardinal Gibbons High School ranks #238 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Cardinal Gibbons High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardinal Gibbons High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cardinal Gibbons High School a private school?
Yes, Cardinal Gibbons High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cardinal Gibbons High School a religious school?
Cardinal Gibbons High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,577
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 206
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 834-1625
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