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#317 of 404 private schools in NC

The Franciscan School

Elementary School

10000 SAINT FRANCIS DR, Raleigh, NC 27613

Private

Enrollment

658

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#317 of 404

In Raleigh

#25 of 30

public schools

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The Franciscan School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Raleigh · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sycamore Creek Elementary

8.2/10

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7.7/10

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About The Franciscan School

The Franciscan School is a private elementary school in Raleigh, NC. The Franciscan School serves approximately 658 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Franciscan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #317 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares1.0 pts below NC schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

The Franciscan 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

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How The Franciscan School compares to 88 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
658
This School
vs
559
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.6% vs 0%
Asian 2.9% vs 0%
Black 2% vs 0%
The Franciscan School Raleigh Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Franciscan School (this school) 5.4
Sycamore Creek Elementary 8.2
Pine Hollow Middle 7.7
Leesville Road Middle 7.7
Leesville Road Elementary 8.9
Barton Pond Elementary 9.3
Hilburn Drive Academy 8.1
Quest Academy 9.1
Brier Creek Elementary 3.6
Baileywick Road Elementary 4.2
Pleasant Union Elementary 8.8
Magellan Charter 9.1
Jeffreys Grove Elementary 9.2
Lead Mine Elementary 6.1
Lynn Road Elementary 7.7
York Elementary 7.1
Stough Elementary 8.8
Brassfield Elementary 4.5
West Millbrook Middle 7.1
Brooks Elementary 5.2
Green Elementary 5.5

Showing 20 of 88 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)
C 2.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 38%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Enrollment 658
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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 77.2%
Hispanic 9.6%
Two or More 7.8%
Asian 2.9%
Black 2.0%
Native American 0.5%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10000 SAINT FRANCIS DR, Raleigh, NC 27613

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Franciscan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barton Pond Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jeffreys Grove Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Quest Academy (rated 9.1/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Sycamore Creek Elementary Raleigh 0.4 mi 8.2
Pine Hollow Middle Raleigh 0.9 mi 7.7
Leesville Road High Raleigh 2.3 mi 7.1
Leesville Road Middle Raleigh 2.4 mi 7.7
Leesville Road Elementary Raleigh 2.5 mi 8.9
MARACAS MONTESSORI Raleigh 2.2 mi
Barton Pond Elementary Raleigh 2.6 mi 9.3
Hilburn Drive Academy Raleigh 3.4 mi 8.1
Quest Academy Raleigh 3.7 mi 9.1
Brier Creek Elementary Raleigh 3.8 mi 3.6
Neal Middle Durham 4.7 mi 5.6
Pleasant Union Elementary Raleigh 4.4 mi 8.8
Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh 4.3 mi 4.2
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh 4.3 mi 8.0
Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh 4.8 mi 9.2
Magellan Charter Raleigh 4.5 mi 9.1
Spring Valley Elementary Durham 4.9 mi 7.7
Pleasant Grove Elementary Morrisville 5.0 mi 8.0
Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh 5.2 mi 7.7
York Elementary Raleigh 5.6 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,362

Median Home Value

$478,600

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

44,357

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

40.9

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Clear Creek Elementary Hendersonville, NC 5.4
Cloverleaf Elementary Statesville, NC 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Franciscan School

What grades does The Franciscan School serve?

The Franciscan School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend The Franciscan School?

The Franciscan School has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Franciscan School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Franciscan School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Franciscan School rank in NC?

The Franciscan School ranks #317 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is The Franciscan School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Franciscan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Franciscan School a private school?

Yes, The Franciscan 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 The Franciscan School a religious school?

The Franciscan School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
658
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County

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