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#219 of 404 private schools in NC

St Raphael Catholic School

Elementary School

5815 FALLS OF NEUSE RD, Raleigh, NC 27609

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

419

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

419

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#219 of 404

In Raleigh

#18 of 30

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About St Raphael Catholic School

St Raphael Catholic School is a private elementary school in Raleigh, NC. St Raphael Catholic School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Raphael Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #219 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 Raphael 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 Raphael Catholic School compares to 88 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.5:1

This School

13:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

419

This School

559

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

6.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 61.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 22% vs 0%

Asian 8.8% vs 0%

Black 7.4% vs 0%

St Raphael Catholic School Raleigh Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Raphael Catholic School (this school)	—	419	15.5:1	6.2
Millbrook Elementary	0.9 mi	506	12.7:1	4.3
Green Elementary	1.4 mi	548	12.5:1	5.5
Douglas Elementary	1.4 mi	513	13.2:1	6.9
North Ridge Elementary	1.5 mi	704	14.1:1	8.0
Carroll Middle	1.7 mi	863	14.9:1	5.9
Raleigh Oak Charter	1.8 mi	291	12.1:1	7.4
Brooks Elementary	2.2 mi	438	11.5:1	5.2
West Millbrook Middle	2.3 mi	1,105	16.7:1	7.1
East Millbrook Middle	2.3 mi	744	13.1:1	4.3
Brentwood Elementary	2.4 mi	398	10.8:1	7.2
Lynn Road Elementary	2.9 mi	490	12.6:1	7.7
Root Elementary	2.9 mi	484	12.4:1	8.8
Lead Mine Elementary	3.0 mi	381	13.6:1	6.1
Joyner Elementary	3.2 mi	515	12.3:1	7.9
Durant Road Middle	3.5 mi	678	13.3:1	4.6
Jeffreys Grove Elementary	3.5 mi	533	14.8:1	9.2
Durant Road Elementary	3.6 mi	552	12.3:1	5.0
Wilburn Elementary	3.6 mi	615	13.4:1	5.2
York Elementary	3.6 mi	455	13.8:1	7.1
Fox Road Elementary	3.7 mi	438	12.5:1	5.7

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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 2.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.8 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 56%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 419

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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 61.1%

Hispanic 22.0%

Asian 8.8%

Black 7.4%

Two or More 0.5%

Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5815 FALLS OF NEUSE RD, Raleigh, NC 27609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Raphael Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Ridge Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Raleigh Oak Charter (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brentwood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh	0.3 mi	286	8.4
THE FLETCHER ACADEMY Raleigh	0.7 mi	159	8.9
Millbrook Elementary Raleigh	0.9 mi	506	4.3
Millbrook High Raleigh	1.0 mi	2,455	7.3
Douglas Elementary Raleigh	1.4 mi	513	6.9
North Ridge Elementary Raleigh	1.5 mi	704	8.0
Green Elementary Raleigh	1.4 mi	548	5.5
ST PHILIP LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Raleigh	1.8 mi	14	—
RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL Raleigh	1.8 mi	1,197	6.8
Sanderson High Raleigh	1.6 mi	1,661	5.7
Carroll Middle Raleigh	1.7 mi	863	5.9
NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh	2.0 mi	310	7.1
ST TIMOTHYS SCHOOL Raleigh	1.9 mi	552	5.6
ST THOMAS MORE ACADEMY Raleigh	1.8 mi	242	6.7
Raleigh Oak Charter Raleigh	1.8 mi	291	7.4
THE TRILOGY SCHOOL Raleigh	2.2 mi	54	7.4
West Millbrook Middle Raleigh	2.3 mi	1,105	7.1
Brentwood Elementary Raleigh	2.4 mi	398	7.2
Brooks Elementary Raleigh	2.2 mi	438	5.2
East Millbrook Middle Raleigh	2.3 mi	744	4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,538

Median Home Value

$441,100

Median Rent

$1,393/mo

Population

35,548

College Educated

61.2%

Homeownership

51.1%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

38.4

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
Charles H Tuttle Elementary Maiden, NC	384	6.2
Croft Community School Charlotte, NC	405	6.2
Friedberg Elementary Winston-Salem, NC	458	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Raphael Catholic School

What grades does St Raphael Catholic School serve?

St Raphael Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Raphael Catholic School?

St Raphael Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Raphael Catholic School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Raphael Catholic School rank in NC?

St Raphael Catholic School ranks #219 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is St Raphael Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Raphael 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 Raphael Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Raphael 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 Raphael Catholic School a religious school?

St Raphael Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 37 Some Transit
Bike Score: 45 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 419
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 27
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Wake County
Phone: (919) 865-5750

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