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#40 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 10% of private schools

Raleigh Christian Academy

School

2110 TRAWICK RD, Raleigh, NC 27604

Private

Enrollment

208

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#40 of 404

In Raleigh

#6 of 30

public schools

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Raleigh Christian Academy

7.8/10

School in Raleigh · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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4.0/10

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About Raleigh Christian Academy

Raleigh Christian Academy is a private school in Raleigh, NC. Raleigh Christian Academy serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Raleigh Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.6 pts above NC schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

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.

Compare to Public Schools

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

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
208
This School
vs
674
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 37.5% vs 0%
Black 30.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 24% vs 0%
Asian 6.2% vs 0%
Raleigh Christian Academy Raleigh Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Raleigh Christian Academy (this school) 7.8
Wilburn Elementary 5.2
River Oaks Middle 4.0
Wake Early College of Health and Science 7.5
Powell Elementary 6.8
Brentwood Elementary 7.2
Enloe High 8.2
Longview
Phillips High 4.4
Rogers Lane Elementary 7.1
Doral Academy of North Carolina 8.8
Conn Elementary 8.6
Beaverdam Elementary 7.6
Poe Elementary 7.4
Bugg Elementary 3.7
Joyner Elementary 7.9
East Millbrook Middle 4.3
Millbrook Elementary 4.3
Hunter Elementary 9.2
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy 8.9
Douglas Elementary 6.9

Showing 20 of 100 schools. View all schools in Raleigh

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,314
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 70%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 208
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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 37.5%
Black 30.8%
Hispanic 24.0%
Asian 6.2%
Native American 1.0%
Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2110 TRAWICK RD, Raleigh, NC 27604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Raleigh Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hunter Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Doral Academy of North Carolina (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Conn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Wilburn Elementary Raleigh 0.9 mi 5.2
River Oaks Middle Raleigh 1.3 mi 4.0
Wake Early College of Health and Science Raleigh 1.7 mi 7.5
Brentwood Elementary Raleigh 1.9 mi 7.2
Powell Elementary Raleigh 1.8 mi 6.8
Enloe High Raleigh 2.3 mi 8.2
Longview Raleigh 2.5 mi
Rogers Lane Elementary Raleigh 2.7 mi 7.1
Bugg Elementary Raleigh 3.0 mi 3.7
Phillips High Raleigh 2.7 mi 4.4
Poe Elementary Raleigh 2.9 mi 7.4
Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh 2.8 mi 8.8
East Millbrook Middle Raleigh 3.3 mi 4.3
Conn Elementary Raleigh 2.8 mi 8.6
ST THOMAS MORE ACADEMY Raleigh 3.3 mi 6.7
Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh 2.8 mi 7.6
Millbrook Elementary Raleigh 3.4 mi 4.3
Joyner Elementary Raleigh 3.2 mi 7.9
Hunter Elementary Raleigh 3.5 mi 9.2
Central Wake High School Raleigh 3.8 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,793

Median Home Value

$293,100

Median Rent

$1,386/mo

Population

44,094

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

55%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

37.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
THE OAKWOOD SCHOOL Greenville, NC 7.8
NEW GARDEN FRIENDS SCHOOL Greensboro, NC 7.7
SPIRIT OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clinton, NC 7.7
WAYNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Goldsboro, NC 7.7
KERR-VANCE ACADEMY Henderson, NC 7.9
ARBORBROOK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Matthews, NC 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Raleigh Christian Academy

What grades does Raleigh Christian Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Raleigh Christian Academy?

Raleigh Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Raleigh Christian Academy is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Raleigh Christian Academy rank in NC?

Raleigh Christian Academy ranks #40 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Raleigh Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Raleigh Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Raleigh Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Raleigh Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Raleigh Christian Academy a religious school?

Raleigh Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
208
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County

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