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Best Wake County Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 109 private schools serving 21,851 students in Wake County, NC (there are 244 public schools, serving 191,497 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in Wake County, NC are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
The top ranked private schools in Wake County, NC include Saint Mary's School, Cary Academy, and Ravenscroft.
The average tuition cost is $14,251, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average tuition cost of $13,392.
36% of private schools in Wake County, NC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Wake County Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Raleigh School
The Raleigh School Photo - At the elementary school, we engage children's hands, hearts and minds every day — in the classroom as well as in our many outdoor spaces. Using an inquiry-based approach, our teachers help build critical and creative thinking skills.
(13)
1141 Raleigh School Drive
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 546-0788
Gr: NS-5 | 404 students Avg. class size: 22 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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
Gr: 9-12 | 315 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 56 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity Academy
Trinity Academy Photo - Innovative Classical Learning in an Authentic Christian Community
(Christian)
(3)
10224 Baileywick Rd
Raleigh, NC 27613
(919) 786-0114
Gr: PK-12 | 536 students Avg. class size: 600 students Sports: 11 Tuition listed
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)
(17)
5500 Wake Academy Drive
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 772-6264
Gr: K-12 | 974 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School Photo
(1)
10200 Strickland Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(984) 265-2187
Gr: PK-5 | 154 students Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School Photo
(4)
130 Towne Village Dr
Cary, NC 27513
(984) 368-4463
Gr: PK-8 | 204 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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
Gr: 6-12 Tuition listed
Adventist Christian Academy Of Raleigh
Adventist Christian Academy Of Raleigh Photo
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(10)
4805 Dillard Dr
Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 233-1300
Gr: PK-12 | 167 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Al-iman School
Al-iman School Photo - Al-Iman School Elementary Building
(Islamic)
3020 Ligon St
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 821-1699
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Atlas International School
Atlas International School Photo - Spring Fling 2019 at Atlas School. In addition to a strong emphasis on health (two recesses a day and no sugar on site), we have a 6:1 student to teacher ratio!
(7)
4112 Garland Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 623-2323
Gr: NS-8 | 60 students Avg. class size: 6 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cardinal Gibbons High School
(Catholic)
1401 Edwards Mill Rd
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 834-1625
Gr: 9-12 | 1,577 student Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cary Academy
(1)
1500 N Harrison Avenue
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 677-3873
Gr: 6-12 | 789 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cary Christian School
Cary Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(1)
1330 Old Apex Rd
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 303-2560
Gr: K-12 | 852 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Copperfield KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
2300 Spring Forest Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 954-7662
Gr: NS-PK
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
Gr: 2-12 | 160 students Avg. class size: 5 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
The Franciscan School
(Catholic)
(2)
10000 Saint Francis Drive
Raleigh, NC 27613
(919) 534-4840
Gr: K-8 | 592 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
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
Gr: K-12 | 786 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hilltop Christian School
Hilltop Christian School Photo - Hilltop Christian School official crest
(Baptist)
10212 Fayetteville Rd
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
(919) 552-5612
Gr: PK-12 | 371 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
KéKAY Method Preschool Alternative
KéKAY Method Preschool Alternative Photo - Holistic Move&Learn Preschool Alternative - Our students are fun-loving, well-rounded, and emotionally intelligent.
Alternative School
6520 Falls of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(984) 255-8486
Gr: NS | 29 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lucy Daniels School
Lucy Daniels School Photo - Two kindergarteners discuss next steps on their projects
Alternative School
9003 Weston Pkwy
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 677-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 20 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Millbrook Baptist Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1519 Millbrook Rd
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 876-4030
Gr: K | 51 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
Gr: NS-12 | 439 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Neuse Christian Academy
Neuse Christian Academy Photo - High School Chorus
(Baptist)
7600 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 844-6496
Gr: K-12 | 360 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
North Raleigh Christian Academy
North Raleigh Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(2)
7300 Perry Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 573-7900
Gr: PK-12 | 1,596 student Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
2710 Overbrook Dr
Raleigh, NC 27608
(919) 861-4610
Gr: PK-8 | 459 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
Raleigh Christian Academy
(Baptist)
2110 Trawick Rd
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 872-2215
Gr: PK-12 | 304 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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
Gr: PK-12 | 1,256 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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
Gr: PK-12 | 680 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School Photo - At Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic School we pray, we learn and we care.
(Catholic)
(3)
625 Magdala Place
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 657-4800
Gr: PK-8 | 639 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
St. Michael The Archangel School
St. Michael The Archangel School Photo
(Catholic)
(5)
810 High House Rd
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 468-6150
Gr: PK-8 | 534 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
St. Raphael Catholic School
(Catholic)
5815 Falls of the Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 865-5750
Gr: K-8 | 399 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
St. Thomas More Academy
St. Thomas More Academy Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
3109 Spring Forest Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 576-7064
Gr: 6-12 | 272 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Timothy's School
St. Timothy's School Photo
(Episcopal)
(8)
4523 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 787-3011
Gr: NS-8 | 590 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Thales Academy
Thales Academy Photo - Thales Academy Knightdale Pre-K-8
(4)
525 Carolinian Avenue
Knightdale, NC 27545
(919) 295-5954
Gr: PK-8 | 447 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Thales Academy
Thales Academy Photo - Thales Academy Rolesville JH/HS
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
1201 Granite Falls Blvd
Rolesville, NC 27571
(919) 435-2715
Gr: 6-12 | 535 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
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[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Wake County, North Carolina

Wake County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
East Cary KinderCare (Closed 2025)
Daycare / Preschool
6560 Tryon Rd
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 854-1515
Gr: NS-PK
Esteem Me Montessori & Creative Play (Closed 2019)
All-girls | Montessori School
316 Colonades Way Ste 107c
Cary, NC 27518
(984) 232-0259
Gr: PK-K | 35 students
Heartwood Montessori School (Closed 2024)
Montessori School
112 Byrum St.
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 465-2113
Gr: PK-12 | 188 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Jordan Lake Sudbury School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
105 Franklin Chase Ct
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 522-1115
Gr: PK | 8 students
Little Treasures School (Closed)
Daycare / Preschool
2117 Piney Plains Road
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 859-0041
Gr: PK | 29 students Avg. class size: 7 students
Morrisville KinderCare (Closed 2025)
Daycare / Preschool
131 Keybridge Dr
Morrisville, NC 27560
(919) 678-8233
Gr: NS-PK
Stevens Prep Academy (Closed 2017)
Special Program Emphasis
901 Oak Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 846-0118
Gr: 3-12 | 17 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Strategic Academy (Closed 2021)
3200 Waterfield Dr
Garner, NC 27529
(919) 800-4400
Gr: 4-12 | 52 students
Upper Room Christian Academy (Closed 2013)
(Church of God in Christ)
3330 Idlewood Village Drive
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 829-6239
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Wake County, NC?
The top ranked private schools in Wake County, NC include Saint Mary's School, Cary Academy, and Ravenscroft.
How many private schools are located in Wake County?
109 private schools are located in Wake County.
How much do private schools cost in Wake County?
The average tuition cost is $14,251, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average tuition cost of $13,392.
How diverse are private schools in Wake County?
Wake County private schools are approximately 24% minority students, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average of 23%.
What percentage of students in Wake County go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Wake County are educated in private schools (compared to the NC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Wake County?
36% of private schools in Wake County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Wake County are often viewed compared to one another?

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