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#157 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 39% of private schools

St Thomas More Academy

High School

3109 SPRING FOREST RD, Raleigh, NC 27616

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 99 schools in Raleigh. Learn more

Enrollment

242

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Raleigh

#15 of 30

public schools

North Carolina high schools

#14 of 33

About St Thomas More Academy

ST Thomas More Academy is a regular public school located in Raleigh, North Carolina. Serving grades 6 through 12, the school has an enrollment of 242 students and offers a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1 with 18 full-time equivalent teachers. While test score data isn't available to provide specific academic performance metrics, the MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 suggests there is room for improvement in the school's academic programs.

Despite this, ST Thomas More Academy continues to focus on student development and offers a supportive learning environment. With a setting in a large city like Raleigh, students have access to diverse resources and opportunities outside the classroom as well. ST Thomas More Academy sits at the heart of a vibrant urban community in Raleigh, offering its students both academic growth potential and a rich array of extracurricular activities.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Thomas More Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$10,580
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$7,532
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.71x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
82%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$7.0M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 242 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Thomas More Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
242
This School
vs
870
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 61.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 18.2% vs 0%
Asian 7.4% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
St Thomas More Academy Raleigh Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
St Thomas More Academy (this school) 6.7
East Millbrook Middle 5.9
Millbrook High 5.5
Raleigh Oak Charter 5.0
River Bend Middle 4.7
Carroll Middle 5.6
Durant Road Middle 5.1
Sanderson High 4.1
West Millbrook Middle 7.8
River Oaks Middle 4.0
Oberlin Middle 7.0
Wake Early College of Health and Science 4.5
Phillips High 5.8
Enloe High 5.6
Longview
Neuse River Middle 5.8
Raleigh Charter High School 7.1
Magellan Charter 6.8
Needham Broughton High 5.3
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy 8.6
Quest Academy 6.2

Showing 20 of 44 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

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)
C 3.3 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 13.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,288
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 56%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 242
View data sources

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 61.6%
Hispanic 18.2%
Two or More 9.1%
Asian 7.4%
Black 2.1%
Native American 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3109 SPRING FOREST RD, Raleigh, NC 27616

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Thomas More Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE FLETCHER ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Ridge Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abbotts Creek Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
East Millbrook Middle Raleigh 0.6 mi 5.9
Raleigh Oak Charter Raleigh 1.2 mi 5.0
Millbrook High Raleigh 1.1 mi 5.5
Millbrook Elementary Raleigh 1.3 mi 7.1
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh 1.5 mi 8.3
Brentwood Elementary Raleigh 1.8 mi 7.3
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Raleigh 2.1 mi
ST RAPHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Raleigh 1.8 mi 6.2
THALES ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh 1.9 mi 6.2
Wilburn Elementary Raleigh 2.5 mi 5.5
Fox Road Elementary Raleigh 2.2 mi 4.6
North Ridge Elementary Raleigh 2.6 mi 8.7
Douglas Elementary Raleigh 2.5 mi 7.9
THE FLETCHER ACADEMY Raleigh 2.5 mi 8.9
Durant Road Elementary Raleigh 3.1 mi 7.7
ST PHILIP LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Raleigh 2.9 mi
Abbotts Creek Elementary Raleigh 3.3 mi 8.4
Durant Road Middle Raleigh 3.3 mi 5.1
RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 3.3 mi 7.8
NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 3.1 mi 7.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Thomas More Academy has a median household income of $81,534. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $314,800, with a median rent of $1,514/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Cumberland Polytechnic Fayetteville, NC 6.7
FLETCHER ACADEMY Fletcher, NC 6.7
Hertford Co Early College Ahoskie, NC 6.7
Onslow Early College Jacksonville, NC 6.7
Lee Early College Sanford, NC 6.8
Reid Ross Classical High Fayetteville, NC 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Thomas More Academy

What grades does St Thomas More Academy serve?

St Thomas More Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend St Thomas More Academy?

St Thomas More Academy has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Academy is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Thomas More Academy rank in NC?

St Thomas More Academy is ranked #157 out of 404 private schools in NC.

What is St Thomas More Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Thomas More Academy has a composite rating of 6.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Thomas More Academy a private school?

Yes, St Thomas More Academy 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 Thomas More Academy a religious school?

St Thomas More Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,315/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Raleigh). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
242
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
184 days
Setting
Large City
County
WAKE
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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