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Best Northeast Raleigh Private High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 2,205 students in the neighborhood of Northeast Raleigh, Raleigh, NC.
The top ranked private high schools in Northeast Raleigh include St. Thomas More Academy, Raleigh Christian Academy, and North Raleigh Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina private high school average acceptance rate of 82%.
100% of private high schools in Northeast Raleigh are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked Northeast Raleigh Private High Schools (2026-27)

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North Raleigh Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 1,589 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 14
Christian
7300 Perry Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 573-7900
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Raleigh Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 304 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 2
Baptist
2110 Trawick Rd
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 872-2215
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St. Thomas More Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 280 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 16
Catholic
3109 Spring Forest Road
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 878-7640
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Christian Life Academy
Gr: PK-11 | 32 students
6551 Meridian Dr 131
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 877-5770
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in the neighborhood of Northeast Raleigh, Raleigh, NC?
The top ranked private high schools in the neighborhood of Northeast Raleigh, Raleigh, NC include St. Thomas More Academy, Raleigh Christian Academy, and North Raleigh Christian Academy.
How many private high schools are located in the neighborhood of Northeast Raleigh, Raleigh?
4 private high schools are located in the neighborhood of Northeast Raleigh, Raleigh.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Northeast Raleigh, Raleigh?
100% of private high schools in the neighborhood of Northeast Raleigh, Raleigh are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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