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#150 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 37% of private schools
The Raleigh School
Elementary School
1141 RALEIGH SCHOOL DR, Raleigh, NC 27607
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#150 of 404
In Raleigh
#14 of 30
public schools
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The Raleigh School
Elementary School in Raleigh · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Raleigh School
The Raleigh School is a private elementary school in Raleigh, NC. The Raleigh School serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Raleigh School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, The Raleigh School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Raleigh 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 The Raleigh School compares to 70 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Raleigh School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Mount Vernon | 4.3 |
| Combs Elementary | 8.2 |
| Olds Elementary | 7.8 |
| Lacy Elementary | 8.7 |
| Dillard Drive Elementary | 3.8 |
| Stough Elementary | 8.8 |
| Swift Creek Elementary | 6.1 |
| Gov. Morehead School f/t Blind | 7.8 |
| Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy | 7.8 |
| Yates Mill Elementary | 6.0 |
| Wiley Elementary | 6.3 |
| Partnership Elementary | 8.3 |
| Underwood Elementary | 8.5 |
| York Elementary | 7.1 |
| The Exploris School | 5.3 |
| Root Elementary | 8.8 |
| Washington Elementary | 8.4 |
| Brooks Elementary | 5.2 |
| Joyner Elementary | 7.9 |
| Vernon Malone College and Career Academy | 9.0 |
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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
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
1141 RALEIGH SCHOOL DR, Raleigh, NC 27607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Raleigh School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Combs Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AL-IMAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Mount Vernon Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| LEARN WITH THE BEST SCHOOL, INC. Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Athens Drive High Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Combs Elementary Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 2.2 mi | — |
| Connections Academy Cary | 2.2 mi | — |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| AN-NOOR SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| IRON ACADEMY Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Adams Elementary Cary | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Martin Middle Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Crossroads FLEX Cary | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| SCORE Academy Cary | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Dillard Drive Middle Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Dillard Drive Elementary Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Wake STEM Early College High School Cary | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| East Cary Middle Cary | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,216
Median Home Value
$639,200
Median Rent
$1,529/mo
Population
26,062
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
45.3%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
25.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork Walkertown, NC | 6.8 |
| Asheville PEAK Academy Asheville, NC | 6.8 |
| B O Barnes Elementary Wilson, NC | 6.8 |
| Cartoogechaye Elementary Franklin, NC | 6.8 |
| Douglass Elementary Eden, NC | 6.8 |
| George Hildebrand Elementary Connelly Springs, NC | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Raleigh School
What grades does The Raleigh School serve?
The Raleigh School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend The Raleigh School?
The Raleigh School has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Raleigh School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Raleigh School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Raleigh School rank in NC?
The Raleigh School ranks #150 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is The Raleigh School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Raleigh 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 The Raleigh School a private school?
Yes, The Raleigh School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 Raleigh School a religious school?
No, The Raleigh School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 264
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 546-9045
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