Below Average

#388 of 404 private schools in NC

North Raleigh Christian Academy

School

7300 PERRY CREEK RD, Raleigh, NC 27616

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,512

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,512

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#388 of 404

In Raleigh

#30 of 30

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About North Raleigh Christian Academy

North Raleigh Christian Academy is a private school in Raleigh, NC. North Raleigh Christian Academy serves approximately 1,512 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. North Raleigh Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #388 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares2.1 pts below NC schools

4.1

This school 4.1 · Below Average
NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

North Raleigh Christian Academy 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.

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How North Raleigh Christian Academy compares to 100 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.2:1

This School

13.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,512

This School

674

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.1

This School

6.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89% vs 0%

Black 8% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%

Asian 1.5% vs 0%

North Raleigh Christian Academy Raleigh Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
North Raleigh Christian Academy (this school)	—	1,512	16.2:1	4.1
Fox Road Elementary	0.8 mi	438	12.5:1	5.7
Wildwood Forest Elementary	1.0 mi	551	12.5:1	3.4
River Bend Elementary	1.1 mi	683	13.1:1	4.3
River Bend Middle	1.4 mi	989	15.2:1	5.9
Harris Creek Elementary	1.8 mi	839	13.3:1	5.8
East Millbrook Middle	2.5 mi	744	13.1:1	4.3
Durant Road Elementary	2.5 mi	552	12.3:1	5.0
Abbotts Creek Elementary	2.5 mi	805	14.1:1	9.3
Raleigh Oak Charter	2.7 mi	291	12.1:1	7.4
Durant Road Middle	3.0 mi	678	13.3:1	4.6
Millbrook High	3.5 mi	2,455	18.1:1	7.3
Doral Academy of North Carolina	3.7 mi	453	13.7:1	8.8
Beaverdam Elementary	4.1 mi	641	12.3:1	7.6
Millbrook Elementary	4.3 mi	506	12.7:1	4.3
Neuse River Middle	4.4 mi	907	13.7:1	3.5
Wilburn Elementary	4.4 mi	615	13.4:1	5.2
North Ridge Elementary	4.5 mi	704	14.1:1	8.0
Brentwood Elementary	4.6 mi	398	10.8:1	7.2
Wakefield Elementary	4.7 mi	484	12.4:1	5.4
Wakefield Middle	4.8 mi	832	16.6:1	6.7

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C- 2.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,305

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 20%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 1.9 / 10

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Enrollment 1,512

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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)

White 89.0%

Black 8.0%

Hispanic 1.5%

Asian 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7300 PERRY CREEK RD, Raleigh, NC 27616

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Raleigh Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Abbotts Creek Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Doral Academy of North Carolina (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Endeavor Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Wake Forest), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Fox Road Elementary Raleigh	0.8 mi	438	5.7
Wildwood Forest Elementary Raleigh	1.0 mi	551	3.4
River Bend Elementary Raleigh	1.1 mi	683	4.3
THALES ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh	1.2 mi	456	6.2
River Bend Middle Raleigh	1.4 mi	989	5.9
Harris Creek Elementary Raleigh	1.8 mi	839	5.8
COMMISSION LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Raleigh	1.8 mi	224	6.6
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Raleigh	2.1 mi	28	—
Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest	2.7 mi	788	8.6
East Millbrook Middle Raleigh	2.5 mi	744	4.3
Abbotts Creek Elementary Raleigh	2.5 mi	805	9.3
Durant Road Elementary Raleigh	2.5 mi	552	5.0
Raleigh Oak Charter Raleigh	2.7 mi	291	7.4
Durant Road Middle Raleigh	3.0 mi	678	4.6
ST THOMAS MORE ACADEMY Raleigh	3.0 mi	242	6.7
Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School Wake Forest	3.6 mi	668	4.3
Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh	3.7 mi	453	8.8
Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh	4.1 mi	641	7.6
Millbrook High Raleigh	3.5 mi	2,455	7.3
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SPRUCE TREE Raleigh	4.3 mi	21	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,534

Median Home Value

$314,800

Median Rent

$1,514/mo

Population

61,161

College Educated

43.4%

Homeownership

55.7%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

34.9

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METROLINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indian Trail, NC	1,124	3.9
METROLINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indian Trail, NC	1,124	4.3
Excelsior Classical Academy Durham, NC	1,029	4.4
Phoenix Academy - Primary Elem Upper High Point, NC	1,508	3.7
KIPP Gaston College Preparatory Gaston, NC	1,183	4.7
COVENANT DAY SCHOOL Matthews, NC	996	4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Raleigh Christian Academy

What grades does North Raleigh Christian Academy serve?

North Raleigh Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend North Raleigh Christian Academy?

North Raleigh Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,512 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Raleigh Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at North Raleigh Christian Academy is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does North Raleigh Christian Academy rank in NC?

North Raleigh Christian Academy ranks #388 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is North Raleigh Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

North Raleigh Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is North Raleigh Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, North Raleigh Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is North Raleigh Christian Academy a religious school?

North Raleigh Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 41 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,512
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 94
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Large City
County: Wake County
Phone: (919) 573-7900

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