Ravenscroft Photo - Ravenscroft serves students in grades PreK-12 and has a 135-acre campus nestled in the heart of North Raleigh. Our extraordinary facilities include: center for student life; two dining halls; innovation and technology centers; Fine Arts Center with a gallery space, 460-seat theatre and a 200-seat flexible performance space; many STEM labs; dedicated Health Center and so much more.

Top 10 Best Raleigh Private High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 23 private high schools serving 9,736 students in Raleigh, NC.
The top ranked private high schools in Raleigh, NC include Saint Mary's School, Ravenscroft, and Trinity Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina private high school average acceptance rate of 86%.
65% of private high schools in Raleigh, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Raleigh Private High Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Saint Mary's School
Saint Mary's School Photo - Saint Mary's School, an all-girls, Episcopal, college preparatory, boarding and day high school located on a 23-acre, historic campus in the heart of Raleigh, N.C. More at www.sms.edu.
All-girls (Episcopal)
(2)
900 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 424-4100
Grades: 9-12
| 312 students
Trinity Academy
Trinity Academy Photo - Innovative Classical Learning in an Authentic Christian Community
(Christian)
(3)
10224 Baileywick Rd
Raleigh, NC 27613
(919) 786-0114
Grades: PK-12
| 536 students
Wake Christian Academy
Wake Christian Academy Photo - Located in Raleigh, N.C., we`ve been one of Wake County`s leading private Christian schools for more than 50 years. While we`re known for our strong K-12 academic program, dedicated faculty and staff, and winning fine arts and athletic programs, we`re first and foremost a Christ-centered school. We invite you to discover Wake Christian Academy for yourself!
(Christian)
(12)
5500 Wake Academy Drive
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 772-6264
Grades: K-12
| 974 students
Fusion Academy Raleigh
Fusion Academy Raleigh Photo - Classes at Fusion are one-to-one: one student and one teacher per classroom. Students have different teachers for different subjects, and teachers act as mentors in the one-to-one setting.
Alternative School
2148 Blue Bridge Road, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27607
(877) 673-8893
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Cardinal Gibbons High School
(Catholic)
1401 Edwards Mill Rd
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 834-1625
Grades: 9-12
| 1,577 students
The Fletcher Academy
The Fletcher Academy Photo - TFA students interact with a guest speaker.
Special Education School
400 Cedarview Court
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-5082
Grades: 2-12
| 160 students
Friendship Christian School
(Friends)
5510 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 872-2133
Grades: PK-12
| 253 students
Grace Christian School
Grace Christian School Photo - GRACE is a K-12 dual accredited Christian School that has been educating students in the Raleigh area for more than 32 years. When families are asked what they like best about GRACE Christian School, overwhelmingly their responses include the words, loving, caring, community, and academically challenging."
(Christian)
(1)
801 & 1101 Buck Jones Road
Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 230-6554
Grades: K-12
| 786 students
The Montessori School Of Raleigh
The Montessori School Of Raleigh Photo - Brier Creek Campus
Montessori School
(5)
7005 Lead Mine Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 848-1545
Grades: NS-12
| 439 students
Neuse Christian Academy
Neuse Christian Academy Photo - High School Chorus
(Baptist)
7600 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 844-6496
Grades: K-12
| 360 students
North Raleigh Christian Academy
North Raleigh Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(2)
7300 Perry Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 573-7900
Grades: PK-12
| 1,542 students
Raleigh Christian Academy
(Baptist)
2110 Trawick Rd
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 872-2215
Grades: PK-12
| 304 students
Ravenscroft
Ravenscroft Photo - Ravenscroft serves students in grades PreK-12 and has a 135-acre campus nestled in the heart of North Raleigh. Our extraordinary facilities include: center for student life; two dining halls; innovation and technology centers; Fine Arts Center with a gallery space, 460-seat theatre and a 200-seat flexible performance space; many STEM labs; dedicated Health Center and so much more.
(15)
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
Grades: PK-12
| 1,256 students
St. David's School
St. David's School Photo - St. David`s is an independent school in the Episcopal school tradition that prepares young men and women for college and life by challenging them to excel in the vital areas of faith, virtue and knowledge.
(Christian)
(2)
3400 White Oak Rd
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-3331
Grades: PK-12
| 680 students
St. Thomas More Academy
St. Thomas More Academy Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
3109 Spring Forest Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 576-7064
Grades: 6-12
| 272 students
Bonner Academy
6216 Hunter St
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 291-8446
Grades: NS-12
| 11 students
6551 Meridian Dr 131
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 877-5770
Grades: PK-11
| 32 students
Commission Leadership Academy
(Christian)
3328 Forestville Rd
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 225-5766
Grades: K-9
| 90 students
Iron Academy
Iron Academy Photo
All-boys
3510 Edwards Mill Rd
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 977-8811
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Learn With The Best School, Inc.
Special Education School
4900 Waters Edge Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 303-1255
Grades: 1-12
| 31 students
NCVirtual
1017 Main Campus Drive Partners 1 Building, Suite 3900
Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 513-8550
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
The Trilogy School
Special Education School
3810 Merton Dr
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 781-7804
Grades: 2-12
| 55 students
Word Of God Christian Academy
(Christian)
(1)
3000 Rock Quarry Rd
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 834-8200
Grades: 9-12
| 66 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Raleigh, North Carolina

Raleigh, North Carolina Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Stevens Prep Academy (Closed 2017)
Special Program Emphasis
901 Oak Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 846-0118
Grades: 3-12
| 17 students
3330 Idlewood Village Drive
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 829-6239
Grades: PK-5
| 227 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Raleigh, NC?
The top ranked private high schools in Raleigh, NC include Saint Mary's School, Ravenscroft, and Trinity Academy.
How many private high schools are located in Raleigh?
23 private high schools are located in Raleigh.
How diverse are private high schools in Raleigh?
Raleigh private high schools are approximately 19% minority students, which is lower than the North Carolina private school average of 21%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Raleigh?
65% of private high schools in Raleigh are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private high schools in Raleigh are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private high schools in Raleigh include: St. David's School vs. North Raleigh Christian Academy

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