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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
A-
Matriculation A-
Academics A
Extracurriculars A-
Community A-
Reviews B
Ravenscroft School is a co-educational college preparatory day school, grades pre-Kindergarten
through grade 12, located in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$32150
Enrollment
1250
International Students
2%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Endowment
$28 millions
AP
22
Average SAT Score
1295
Average ACT Score
29
Class Size
12

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#6 University of Chicago 1
#10 Duke University 2
LAC #2 Amherst College 1
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 1
#18 Columbia University 1
#22 Carnegie Mellon University 1
#25 New York University 1
#29 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 6
#29 Wake Forest University 1

AP Scores

(2022)
28%
29%
24%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(22)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
European History
Latin
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
United States History
World History
Environmental Science
Human Geography
Psychology
Chinese Language and Culture
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Art History
Physics C: Mechanics
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Sports

(15)
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(13)
Bibliomania
Nevarmore (Student Newspaper)
Chinese Culture Club
Quill & Scroll (Journalism Honor Society)
Corvus (Yearbook) Ragin' Ravens
Diversity Club RavensBuild (Habitat for Humanity)
Bibliomania
Nevarmore (Student Newspaper)
Chinese Culture Club
Quill & Scroll (Journalism Honor Society)
Corvus (Yearbook) Ragin' Ravens
Diversity Club RavensBuild (Habitat for Humanity)
ECO - Environmental Conservation Organization Rhythm and Poetry
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
International Thespian Society (Honor Society)
Youth and Government
Journalism Club
St. Baldrick's Club
Key Club and Student Government Association (SGA)
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Arts

(12)
Acting
Chorus
Drama
Performing
Production
Theater
Acting
Chorus
Drama
Performing
Production
Theater
Art History
Drawing
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
2D Art
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Contact Info

http://www.ravenscroft.org
7409 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
919-847-0900
admissions@ravenscroft.org
North Carolina

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: PK-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1862
Campus Size: 134 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
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Frequently Ask Questions about Ravenscroft School

Tell me a bit about Ravenscroft School.
Ravenscroft School is Co-ed private day school located in North Carolina, US. It was founded 1862 , and currently has about 1250 students, 2.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.ravenscroft.org.
Does Ravenscroft School have rigorous academic requirements?
Ravenscroft School is offering 22 AP courses.

In recent years, 29 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Ravenscroft School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Ravenscroft School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2023, some students attended University of Chicago, Duke University, Amherst College, Washington University in St. Louis and Columbia University.
What is the application requirement for Ravenscroft School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Ravenscroft School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Ravenscroft School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Ravenscroft School in 2024 is $32,150 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@ravenscroft.org .
Where is Ravenscroft School located?
Ravenscroft School is located in the State of North Carolina of USA. The closest major city is Raleigh, which is about 7 miles away from school. Most families can choose Raleigh-Durham International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Ravenscroft School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Ravenscroft School is among the most popular schools, within top 315 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Ravenscroft School has been favorited by 55 users.
How to start with an application with Ravenscroft School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Ravenscroft School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Ravenscroft School’s official site: http://www.ravenscroft.org or call them at 919-847-0900.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Ravenscroft School?
Yes, here are few: Saint Mary's School, North Raleigh Christian Academy and St. Davids School.

The closest major city is Raleigh. You can find out more schools near Raleigh here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Ravenscroft School?
The overall rating for Ravenscroft School is A-.

The section ratings of Ravenscroft School are:
A- for Matriculation
A for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina, is renowned for its prestigious universities, including North Carolina State University. Together with Chapel Hill and Durham, it forms the Research Triangle, a hub for technology and academic research. The city is home to historic landmarks like the North Carolina State Capitol, a Greek Revival-style building from the 19th century, featuring a statue of George Washington dressed as a Roman general in its rotunda. Raleigh’s blend of educational institutions, cultural attractions, and vibrant tech industry makes it a dynamic and growing city.
Population (2022) 392,552
Cost of Living Lower than the national average 4%
Nearby Airport Raleigh-Durham International Airport

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