Friendship Christian School

Friendship Christian School is a ministry of Friendship Baptist Church.
It is located in the beautiful capital city of Raleigh, North Carolina.
Organized in 1970, FCS is a private college preparatory, co-educational Christian school.
Since the first graduation class of 1980, which had 8 students, FCS has graduated more than 700 students.
Friendship Christian School seeks to provide an excellent educational experience from a biblical worldview in order to produce the next generation of well-rounded servant leaders.
Our goal is to be a compassionate community where knowledge is pursued with excellence, where faith is rooted in Christ, and where character is exemplified through service.
We are dedicated to creating a caring and nurturing environment, producing life-long learners, creating disciples of Christ, and enriching students` lives. We are accomplishing this by viewing the parents and the church as an integral part of that education; employing a godly, dedicated, and qualified staff; using a Christ-centered curriculum, and utilizing all possible resources that will advance and enhance the educational experience.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 276 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Friendship Christian 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 Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1970

Student Body

Total Students
276 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Friendship Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
4 AP courses as well as 7 dual credit courses
Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Friendship Christian School is a ministry of Friendship Baptist Church. It is located in the beautiful capital city of Raleigh, North Carolina. Organized in 1970, FCS is a private college preparatory, co-educational Christian school. Since the first graduation class of 1980, which had 8 students, FCS has graduated more than 500 students. Friendship Christian Schoolseeks to provide anexcellent educational experience from a biblicalworldview in order to produce the next generation ofwell-rounded servant leaders.Our goal is tobe a compassionate community where knowledge is pursued withexcellence, where faith is rooted in Christ, and wherecharacter is exemplified through service. We arededicated to creating a caring and nurturingenvironment, producing life-long learners, creatingdisciples of Christ, and enriching students` lives.We are accomplishing this by viewing the parents and the church as an integral part of that education; employing a godly, dedicated, and qualified staff; using a Christ-centered curriculum, and utilizing all possible resources that will advance and enhance the educational experience.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Friendship Christian School's ranking?
Friendship Christian 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 Friendship Christian School?
The application deadline for Friendship Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Friendship Christian School located?
Friendship Christian School is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 15 other private schools located in North Raleigh.

School Calendar

View the Friendship Christian School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Last Day of School for Kindergarten
May 17, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School for TK4
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School for 1st-12th Grade
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of Summer Camp
June 03, 2024 (Monday)
Last day of Summer Camp
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 276 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Raleigh, NC is $11,118 for elementary schools and $14,256 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Raleigh, NC is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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