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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Yearly Tuition: $29,200
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. David's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Blue, Gold
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 10, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
680 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
58%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
20 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Advanced French, Advanced Latin VI, Advanced Latin VII, Advanced Spanish, AP Art and Design, AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Composition, AP Computer Science: Principles, AP Computer Science: Programming, AP Environmental Science, AP French, AP Latin, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP US Government & Politics
Average SAT score
1250
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniforms in grades PK-5; business casual wear for middle and upper school
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$29,200
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $12,500-$27,900
Summer Program Cost
$250
Summer Program Cost Notes
Costs vary per program
% on Financial Aid
27%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$15,000
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Virginia Matthews
Admissions Associate
Natalie Jaskolski
Application URL
Endowment Size
$3 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Honor Council, Intramurals, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Prefect Council, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Theater Production, Visual Arts
Honor Council, Intramurals, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Prefect Council, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Theater Production, Visual Arts
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
- 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.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. David's School cost?
St. David's School's tuition is approximately $29,200 for private students and $250 for summer students.
What schools are St. David's School often compared to?
St. David's School is often viewed alongside schools like North Raleigh Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. David's School?
The acceptance rate of St. David's School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
Does St. David's School offer a summer program?
Yes, St. David's School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does St. David's School offer?
St. David's School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. St. David's School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for most sports offered.
What is St. David's School's ranking?
St. David's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. David's School?
The application deadline for St. David's School is Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. David's School located?
St. David's School is located in the North Hills neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 4 other private schools located in North Hills.
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The nearest elementary school is Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is White Memorial Presbyterian Church Week Day School (1.1 miles away)
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School Reviews
5 10/7/2018
My three children happily get out of the car each morning at St. David`s School. With two middle school boys and a lower school girl, we find the small classroom environment, thoughtful rigor that fuels a love of learning, talented and loving teachers, and opportunities for the development of the whole child all to be key contributors to our love of this school. My kids are challenged academically while also learning to think well, love well, and understand the world from a biblical worldview. As a parent who loves to invest in the school, the SDS community as a whole Is source of connection and care for our family. It`s truly a privilege to take part in life at St. David`s school.
5 5/17/2016
We''ve been at St. David's School for five years now, and to repeat what we tell our friends and family when the subject comes up -- it's the best decision we''ve ever made. We have always had our kids in a quality prep school because we value a top-notch education enough to sacrifice for it. But after years in a school that was not supportive of our faith, we wanted a faith-based school. The sad discovery we made, however, was that many Christian schools did not live up to the academic reputation that we were used to. St. David's changed all that. There we''ve found both challenging academics (even more challenging than the prestigious prep school we had sent our kids to before), and a Christian worldview. Our oldest gained acceptances to several top-tier colleges, and our younger two continue to love their experience as they move through middle and upper school. It has been worth every penny.
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