St. Raphael Catholic School places high expectations on students. Parents, Faculty and the staff work together as a family to provide caring, supportive and Christian centered environment for learning. St. Raphael provides well rounded academics, sports and cultural arts programs in a state-of-the art facility. Come learn and grow with us!.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Average class size: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Raphael Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
399 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
26 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Current tuition ranges from $4425 to $5990 depending on Parishioner, Catholic Out-of-Parish, and Non-Catholic status
% on Financial Aid
10%
Admissions Director
Janet Pritchett
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Faith In Action Team, Faith In Action Team Junior, Math Counts!, Running Club, Saint Raphael Church Children's Choir, Student Council, Yearbook
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Raphael Catholic School offer?
St. Raphael Catholic School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Lacrosse, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. Raphael Catholic School's ranking?
St. Raphael Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Raphael Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Raphael Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Raphael Catholic School located?
St. Raphael Catholic School is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 16 other private schools located in North Raleigh.
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