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#143 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 35% of private schools
St Thomas More Catholic School
Elementary School
920 CARMICHAEL ST, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#143 of 404
In Chapel Hill
#2 of 4
public schools
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St Thomas More Catholic School
Elementary School in Chapel Hill · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas More Catholic School
St Thomas More Catholic School is a private elementary school in Chapel Hill, NC. St Thomas More Catholic School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas More Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Thomas More 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Thomas More Catholic School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Chapel Hill, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Glenwood Elementary | 8.4 |
| Rashkis Elementary | 6.2 |
| Northside Elementary | 7.4 |
| Phoenix Academy High | — |
| Ephesus Elementary | 8.3 |
| Estes Hills Elementary | 8.5 |
| Phillips Middle | 8.0 |
| Culbreth Middle | 7.0 |
| FPG Elementary | 8.2 |
| Scroggs Elementary | 7.5 |
| Seawell Elementary | 8.0 |
| Smith Middle | 8.4 |
| McDougle Middle | 8.2 |
| McDougle Elementary | 8.4 |
| North Chatham Elementary | 8.9 |
| Morris Grove Elementary | 8.9 |
| Margaret B. Pollard Middle | 8.0 |
| Woods Charter | 8.7 |
| New Hope Elementary | 5.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
920 CARMICHAEL ST, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas More Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carrboro Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Carrboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Estes Hills Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenwood Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chapel Hill, see our Chapel Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glenwood Elementary Chapel Hill | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Rashkis Elementary Chapel Hill | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Chapel Hill | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Ephesus Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Estes Hills Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Northside Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Phillips Middle Chapel Hill | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Phoenix Academy High Chapel Hill | 2.1 mi | — |
| Virtual Academy School Chapel Hill | 2.1 mi | — |
| Culbreth Middle Chapel Hill | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| FPG Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Creekside Elementary Durham | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Ignite Online Academy Durham | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Scroggs Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Carrboro Elementary Carrboro | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| East Chapel Hill High Chapel Hill | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Carrboro High Carrboro | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| FIVE OAKS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Durham | 3.6 mi | — |
| Seawell Elementary Chapel Hill | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Smith Middle Chapel Hill | 3.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,167
Median Home Value
$628,700
Median Rent
$1,491/mo
Population
32,612
College Educated
80.1%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
23.9
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|---|---|
| Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork Walkertown, NC | 6.8 |
| B O Barnes Elementary Wilson, NC | 6.8 |
| Bethlehem Elementary Taylorsville, NC | 6.8 |
| Bruce H. Tharrington Primary Mount Airy, NC | 6.8 |
| Cartoogechaye Elementary Franklin, NC | 6.8 |
| Douglass Elementary Eden, NC | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas More Catholic School
What grades does St Thomas More Catholic School serve?
St Thomas More Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas More Catholic School?
St Thomas More Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Catholic School is 12.8:1. 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 Catholic School rank in NC?
St Thomas More Catholic School ranks #143 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is St Thomas More Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas More Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas More Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas More 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 Thomas More Catholic School a religious school?
St Thomas More Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (919) 942-6242
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