St. Thomas More Catholic School

As a Mission of The Catholic Community of St. Thomas More, we provide an exceptional education for each learner in a God-centered environment, through a community focused on spiritual development, academic pursuits, and service to others.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 394 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,570
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Thomas More Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
as per assessment and parent meeting
Year Founded
1964

Student Body

Total Students
394 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
St. Thomas More Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
See downloadable parent/student agreement for uniform details

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Higher tuition for non-parish families.
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Linda Raymond
Admissions Associate
Kristine Cutillo

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
chess, chorus, National Junior Honor Society, Science Olympiad, Student Council

School Notes

  • St. Thomas More School is a PreK 3year old through eighth grade school. Our courses include the full curriculum prescribed by the Diocese of Raleigh and we are accredited through AdvancEd. The children graduating from our school are equipped to enter the most challenging high school programs. Our highly skilled and invested faculty and staff work tirelessly to search out new ways to engage the students so that they reach their full potential. Our classrooms are an engaging, fun, and exciting place to learn and worship. The athletics program for sixth through eighth-graders experiences high success while emphasizing sportsmanship and team play, beginning each athletic contest with prayer. Our parent and church support is extraordinary, creating a vibrant, healthy, and dynamic environment for the whole family.Our facilities include modernized athletic and music/art resources, and we continue to press toward the most progressive applications of technology to learning with the daily use of SmartBoard technology and virtual collaborative environments. We have recently added a dynamic STEM program, PLTW - Project Lead the Way, pleaseclick herefor more informtion.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Thomas More Catholic School cost?
St. Thomas More Catholic School's tuition is approximately $9,570 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Thomas More Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of St. Thomas More Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does St. Thomas More Catholic School offer?
St. Thomas More Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. Thomas More Catholic School's ranking?
St. Thomas More 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 St. Thomas More Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas More Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 394 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,570
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $9,748 for elementary schools and $10,648 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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