The Franciscan School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NC School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 592 students
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The Franciscan School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Franciscan School
Kind	57
1	65
2	74
3	72
4	79
5	54
6	70
7	97
8	24

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Year Founded

2000

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011

Campus Size

35 acres

Student Body

Total Students

592 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

16%

State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

$10,205 (Catholic Tuition for Kindergarten)

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Our parish school exists to foster in our young people an in-depth understanding of their faith, the ability to speak and write persuasively about that faith, and an academic preparation that will enable them to excel in high school and beyond.
We are dedicated to this mission and are honored to have a vibrant school as part of our dynamic parish.
Our school strives to develop faith and goodness in each young person.
We support the important role that you, as parents, accepted at the Baptism of your child.

Our parish school exists to foster in our young people an in-depth understanding of their faith, the ability to speak and write persuasively about that faith, and an academic preparation that will enable them to excel in high school and beyond.
We are dedicated to this mission and are honored to have a vibrant school as part of our dynamic parish.
Our school strives to develop faith and goodness in each young person.
We support the important role that you, as parents, accepted at the Baptism of your child.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is The Franciscan School's ranking?

The Franciscan School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for The Franciscan School?

The application deadline for The Franciscan School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The Franciscan School located?

The Franciscan School is located in the Umstead neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 1 other private schools located in Umstead.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 7/24/2015

We have two children at TFS. They enjoy the school and the relationships they are building. The staff and the Friars balance very well the academics with religious teachings. The offerings are solid (I would personally prefer more languages) and there has been reasonable retention of teachers. Tuition is fairly priced and financial aid is possible; some may need to plan for additionals like meals, uniforms, etc. Overall this is great school and we will continue to enjoy it along with attending the Parish.

- Posted by Parent - jense

5 1/8/2013

Blue Ribbon School by US DOE - great community feeling, very satisfied with choice. Our public school option is also one of the higher performing schools in Wake, according to NC DPI Performance Composites, but still think we are getting a better deal choosing St Francis.

- Posted by Parent - patri

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