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#209 of 404 private schools in NC

St Michael the Archangel Catholic School

Elementary School

810 HIGH HOUSE RD, Cary, NC 27513

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

500

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

500

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#209 of 404

In Cary

#5 of 6

public schools

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About St Michael the Archangel Catholic School

St Michael the Archangel Catholic School is a private elementary school in Cary, NC. St Michael the Archangel Catholic School serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael the Archangel Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it comparesOn par with NC schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

St Michael the Archangel Catholic 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.

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How St Michael the Archangel Catholic School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Cary, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.2:1

This School

14.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

500

This School

735

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

7.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 12.4% vs 0%

Asian 10.4% vs 0%

Black 1.4% vs 0%

St Michael the Archangel Catholic School Cary Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Michael the Archangel Catholic School (this school)	—	500	15.2:1	6.2
Weatherstone Elementary	0.6 mi	718	14.4:1	7.9
Davis Drive Elementary	1.7 mi	820	14.4:1	8.9
West Cary Middle	1.8 mi	891	17.8:1	7.5
Davis Drive Middle	1.8 mi	997	16.9:1	8.7
Northwoods Elementary	1.8 mi	618	15.1:1	7.8
Cary Elementary	2.3 mi	440	13.3:1	7.1
Briarcliff Elementary	2.3 mi	456	14.2:1	6.2
Kingswood Elementary	2.4 mi	434	12.4:1	7.0
Cardinal Charter Academy	2.4 mi	720	25.7:1	7.0
Green Hope Elementary	2.5 mi	603	14.4:1	9.0
East Cary Middle	3.1 mi	623	12.5:1	7.1
Carpenter Elementary	3.2 mi	680	14.8:1	7.7
Turner Creek Elementary	3.2 mi	739	13.7:1	6.9
Farmington Woods Elementary	3.2 mi	652	13.6:1	8.4
Adams Elementary	3.4 mi	616	12.1:1	5.1
Reedy Creek Middle	3.4 mi	805	15.5:1	7.1
Reedy Creek Elementary	3.5 mi	593	13.2:1	5.8
Highcroft Elementary	3.7 mi	699	14.6:1	9.0
Triangle Math and Science Academy	3.8 mi	1,341	17.2:1	7.9
Mills Park Elementary	4.6 mi	645	14:1	9.1

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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 2.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.8 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 50%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 500

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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 68.2%

Hispanic 12.4%

Asian 10.4%

Two or More 7.6%

Black 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

810 HIGH HOUSE RD, Cary, NC 27513

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Michael the Archangel Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Hope Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Davis Drive Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morrisville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cary, see our Cary schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SCHOLARS ACADEMY GIFTED AND ARTISTICALLY ELITE Cary	0.4 mi	35	6.8
Weatherstone Elementary Cary	0.6 mi	718	7.9
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY Cary	1.0 mi	153	7.9
GROVE SCHOOL OF CARY Cary	1.7 mi	16	—
KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS SCHOOL Cary	1.6 mi	8	—
Laurel Park Elementary Apex	2.0 mi	695	7.7
West Cary Middle Cary	1.8 mi	891	7.5
Davis Drive Elementary Cary	1.7 mi	820	8.9
Davis Drive Middle Cary	1.8 mi	997	8.7
Northwoods Elementary Cary	1.8 mi	618	7.8
PEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Apex	2.2 mi	17	—
Morrisville Elementary Morrisville	2.2 mi	665	8.0
Briarcliff Elementary Cary	2.3 mi	456	6.2
Cary Elementary Cary	2.3 mi	440	7.1
Salem Middle Apex	2.5 mi	1,042	7.7
Cardinal Charter Academy Cary	2.4 mi	720	7.0
Green Hope Elementary Cary	2.5 mi	603	9.0
Kingswood Elementary Cary	2.4 mi	434	7.0
Salem Elementary Apex	2.7 mi	753	7.0
DISCOVERY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER LLC Morrisville	2.9 mi	20	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,458

Median Home Value

$468,300

Median Rent

$1,491/mo

Population

47,444

College Educated

67.9%

Homeownership

63.2%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Brentwood Elementary Fayetteville, NC	502	6.2
Briarcliff Elementary Cary, NC	456	6.2
Butner-Stem Elementary Butner, NC	516	6.2
Cardinal Charter Acad at Wendell Falls Wendell, NC	627	6.2
Charles H Tuttle Elementary Maiden, NC	384	6.2
Croft Community School Charlotte, NC	405	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Michael the Archangel Catholic School

What grades does St Michael the Archangel Catholic School serve?

St Michael the Archangel Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Michael the Archangel Catholic School?

St Michael the Archangel Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael the Archangel Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Michael the Archangel Catholic School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Michael the Archangel Catholic School rank in NC?

St Michael the Archangel Catholic School ranks #209 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is St Michael the Archangel Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Michael the Archangel Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Michael the Archangel Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Michael the Archangel Catholic 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 St Michael the Archangel Catholic School a religious school?

St Michael the Archangel Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 26 Some Transit
Bike Score: 64 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 500
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 33
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Wake County
Phone: (919) 468-6150

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