A vibrant Catholic school in Raleigh, North Carolina, St. Thomas More Academy (STMA) provides an outstanding college preparatory education ordered to training leaders for the 21st century. Offering strong intellectual and personal formation in the Catholic tradition, STMA invites families who are seeking a truly excellent Catholic school.
Our superb faculty provide students an opportunity to engage in their studies and quickly discover that they can exceed their own expectations.
We develop the spiritual, academic, physical, and social person, the whole student, knowing that this is the course for effective leadership in society.
Students who engage our rich curriculum and formation leave for college as confident, capable, and contributing young adults.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,500
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 2 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Thomas More Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School Resources
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
272 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
25 students
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Honors courses offered in HistoryHonors courses offered in Languages
Honors courses offered in LiteratureHonors courses offered in Math
Honors courses offered in Science
Average SAT score
1280
(Out of 1600)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 2 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Middle School tuition = $6000
High School tuition = $6500
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Stormy Noland
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Adoration SocietyAltar Servers Society
Debate TeamFencing Club
Future Farmers of AmericaJunior Classical League
NewspaperPro-Life Club
Robotics/Science OlympiadStudent Council
Women's ClubWriting Club
Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Sacred Music ChoirTheater Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Crossfit
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam'
- School Mascot: Eagles
- Please visit the St. Thomas More Academy website for more information about admissions, FAQ, podcasts, athletics, clubs/extracurriculars, and the Catholic, Classical, College Prep curriculum.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Thomas More Academy cost?
St. Thomas More Academy's tuition is approximately $6,500 for private students.
What schools are St. Thomas More Academy often compared to?
St. Thomas More Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Cary Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Thomas More Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Thomas More Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does St. Thomas More Academy offer?
St. Thomas More Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Fit, Soccer, Swimming and Volleyball.
What is St. Thomas More Academy's ranking?
St. Thomas More Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas More Academy?
The application deadline for St. Thomas More Academy is Feb. 2 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 2 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. Thomas More Academy located?
St. Thomas More Academy is located in the Northeast Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 6 other private schools located in Northeast Raleigh.
Related Schools
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Popular comparisons: St. Thomas More Academy vs. Cary Academy
People that viewed St. Thomas More Academy also viewed these schools: Cary Academy, Cardinal Gibbons High School, Ravenscroft, The Montessori School Of Raleigh and Wake Christian Academy.
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Thomas More Academy is Christian Life Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Copperfield KinderCare (0.9 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Cary Academy
(1)
1500 N Harrison Avenue
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 677-3873
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 677-3873
10.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 789 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cardinal Gibbons High School
(Catholic)
1401 Edwards Mill Rd
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 834-1625
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 834-1625
8.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,577 student Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
7409 Falls Of Neuse Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 847-0900
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,256 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
7005 Lead Mine Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 848-1545
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 848-1545
4.3 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 439 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5500 Wake Academy Drive
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 772-6264
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 772-6264
11.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 974 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School Reviews
5 1/14/2017
Wonderful school! Dedicated faculty provide an excellent formation.
5 5/17/2016
Great school full of happy kids! They have 100% college placement into really strong colleges and a better faculty than most anywhere in Raleigh (except maybe Raleigh Charter)--and all this for a fraction of the cost that other area privates. Really comfortable school. I think it's a model for what a small prep day school should be.
5 5/30/2013
Excellent! Our son had an exceptional high school experience. Perhaps the finest school in the region. A high quality and caring faculty. He leaves there fully prepared to be successful in college.
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