Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School

For over 70 years, OLLS has been providing the students of Raleigh and the surrounding areas a quality Catholic education.
Founded by the Sisters of the Holy Cross in 1954, the school has also seen religious and educational leadership from the Sisters of Mercy, Sisters of Notre Dame and the IHM Sisters.
Members of our dedicated and creative staff offer the students classes in Religion, Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, and Science.
We also offer classes in Spanish, Technology, Religion, Music, Art, and PE. Our Lady of Lourdes also provides after school care and a variety of extra curricular activities such as sports, strings, and band.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 479 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,900
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1954
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2007

Student Body

Total Students
479 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Non-Catholic 9900
Admissions Director
Anne Holder

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports

School Notes

  • For over 70 years, OLLS has been providing the students of Raleigh and the surrounding areas a quality Catholic education.
  • Founded by the Sisters of the Holy Cross in 1954, the school has also seen religious and educational leadership from the Sisters of Mercy, Sisters of Notre Dame and the IHM Sisters.
  • Members of our dedicated and creative staff offer the students basic core classes in Religion, Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, and Science.
  • We also offer an expanded curriculum in Spanish, Technology, Music, Art, Media, and PE. OLLS also provides after school care and a variety of extra curricular activities such as sports, strings, and band.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School cost?
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,900 for private students.
What sports does Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School offer?
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 479 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,900
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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