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Scoring Mechanism: Each of the 46 distinct data points is evaluated using unique mathematical models, scoring based on its position within the overall data distribution.

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The school page currently displays an evaluation card that includes an overall rating and ratings across five key categories, totaling 46 data points. The five categories are: Geographic Community, Academic Strength, Matriculation Level, Extracurricular Activities, and FindingSchool Reviews. Visitors can easily view the overall score and ratings for each dimension (ranging from A+ to C). For boarding schools, detailed total score rankings are also included

The data used for evaluations and rankings comes from three primary sources: official school data, public data, and user-submitted data on FindingSchool.

Scoring Mechanism

The entire scoring system is based on mathematical models derived from statistical analysis of samples from hundreds of schools across various levels. Each data point receives a corresponding rating based on its percentile position within the overall predicted distribution.

  • In the boarding school evaluation:: A- and above account for 45% of the total, B- and above account for 40%, C accounts for 15%.

  • In the day school evaluation: A- and above account for 30% of the total, B- and above account for 51%, C and others account for 19%.

2025 Evaluation Methodology

1. [30% - Matriculation Dimension]: Ivy League admission rate, admission rate for Top 25 National Universities and Top 5 Liberal Arts Colleges, admission rate for Top 50 National Universities and Top 10 Liberal Arts Colleges, admission rate for Top 100 National Universities and Top 25 Liberal Arts Colleges, along with a summary of historical admissions data.

2. [24% - Academic Dimension]: Course offerings (AP, IB, Honors, and Advanced courses), percentage of teachers with a master’s degree or higher, percentage of AP exam scores of 3, 4, or 5, average scores on standardized tests (SAT and ACT), scores in AMC math competitions, and results in FRC robotics competitions.

3. [14% - Extracurricular Activities]: Alumni donation rate, number of clubs and activities, ratings for competitive sports teams, and ratings for arts programs.

4. [12% - FindingSchool Reviews]: FindingSchool website rating, review comments on FindingSchool, and historical rating trends.

5. [8% - Geographic Community]: State resource evaluation, density score of nearby top universities, distance to the nearest international airport, convenience of local amenities, transportation convenience, city crime rate, and educational level of the local population.

Overall
B
Matriculation B
Academics B-
Extracurriculars B
Community A-
Reviews B
North Raleigh Christian Academy is Wake County's largest private school serving almost 1500 students.
It is a college-preparatory institution providing excellence in academics, fine arts, and athletics.
NRCA is known for its academic rigor, extracurriculuar activities (athletics, fine arts, clubs, etc.), and, most importantly, its spiritual focus.
Test scores far exceed state and national norms. The Class of 2016 received over $4,000,000 in merit scholarships with 100% of the senior class going to colleges and universities.
As a Christian institution, students are taught not only how to make a living, but how to make a life.
Chapel, Bible classes, and Biblical integration into student life make NRCA distinctively Christian.
NRCA is raising up a generation of students who will make a difference and impact their society for Christ.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$13020
Enrollment
1571
International Students
1%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
30%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:12
AP
15
Average SAT Score
1187
Average ACT Score
23
Class Size
21

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2021-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#3 Harvard College 1
#3 Stanford University 1
#7 Johns Hopkins University 1
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1
#10 Duke University 1
#10 Northwestern University 1
#13 Vanderbilt University 1
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 1
#17 Cornell University 1
#18 Columbia University 1
#20 University of California: Berkeley 1
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 1
#22 Carnegie Mellon University 1
#25 New York University 1
LAC #5 Wellesley College 1
#29 University of Florida 1
#29 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1
#29 Wake Forest University 1
LAC #6 United States Naval Academy 1
#34 University of California: Irvine 1
#34 University of California: San Diego 1
#36 Boston College 1
#36 University of Rochester 1
#38 University of California: Davis 1
#38 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1
#41 Boston University 1
#44 Brandeis University 1
#44 Georgia Institute of Technology 1
#44 Northeastern University 1
#44 Tulane University 1
#48 Hillsdale College 1
#49 University of Georgia 1
#51 Purdue University 1
#51 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1
#55 Florida State University 1
#55 University of Miami 1
#55 University of Washington 1
LAC #11 Washington and Lee University 1
#62 George Washington University 1
#62 Syracuse University 1
#62 University of Pittsburgh 1
#62 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1
#67 Texas A&M University 1
#67 University of Connecticut 1
#70 Virginia Military Institute 1
#70 Wofford College 1
#72 Fordham University 1
#72 Indiana University Bloomington 1
#72 North Carolina State University 1
#72 Southern Methodist University 1
LAC #15 Davidson College 1
LAC #15 Hamilton College 1
#77 Baylor University 1
#77 Clemson University 1
#77 Michigan State University 1
#89 Colorado School of Mines 1
#89 Elon University 1
#89 Howard University 1
#89 Texas Christian University 1
LAC #18 United States Air Force Academy 1
LAC #18 University of Richmond 1
#94 Hampden-Sydney College 1
Auburn University 1
#97 Clark University 1
#102 Hollins University 1
#105 Drexel University 1
#105 Miami University: Oxford 1
#105 University of Denver 1
#105 University of Oregon 1
#105 University of Utah 1
#107 Randolph-Macon College 1
#115 University of South Carolina: Columbia 1
#120 Roanoke College 1
Arizona State University 1
#121 University of Kansas 1
#121 University of Missouri: Columbia 1
#124 Presbyterian College 1
#124 Randolph College 1
#124 Westmont College 1
#127 Samford University 1
#130 Eckerd College 1
#130 Meredith College 1
LAC #27 Macalester College 1
#137 DePaul University 1
#137 Seton Hall University 1
#137 University of Alabama 1
#137 University of Alabama at Birmingham 1
#137 University of Central Florida 1
#137 University of Kentucky 1
#147 Covenant College 1
#151 Florida International University 1
#151 Gordon College 1
#151 James Madison University 1
#151 Marymount Manhattan College 1
#151 University of Cincinnati 1
#151 University of Mississippi 1
#166 Hofstra University 1
#166 University of Hawaii at Manoa 1
#166 Virginia Commonwealth University 1
#182 Belmont University 1
#182 University of Louisville 1
LAC #37 Bucknell University 1
#194 Biola University 1
#194 Mississippi State University 1
#194 Union University 1
#202 University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1
#212 Kent State University 1
#212 Lipscomb University 1
#219 Hampton University 1
#219 University of North Carolina at Charlotte 1
#219 University of North Carolina at Greensboro 1
LAC #45 Furman University 1
#234 East Carolina University 1
LAC #51 The University of the South 1
#263 Sam Houston State University 1
#263 Western Carolina University 1
#285 Western Michigan University 1
#285 Winston-Salem State University 1
#299 Campbell University 1
#299 Middle Tennessee State University 1
#299 Regent University 1
#317 Mississippi College 1
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Anderson University-Anderson-SC 1
Appalachian State University 1
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Benedictine College 1
Berklee College of Music 1
binghamton university, state university of new york 1
bob jones university 1
Brevard College 1
Bridgewater College 1
Brunswick Community College 1
California Polytechnic State University: San Luis Obispo 1
Calvin College 1
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Cedarville University 1
Charleston Southern University 1
Chowan University 1
Christopher Newport University 1
City Colleges of Chicago: Kennedy-King College 1
City University of New York: Queens College 1
Coastal Carolina University 1
College of Charleston 1
College of William and Mary 1
Converse College 1
Durham Technical Community College 1
Eastern University 1
Elizabeth City State University 1
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Daytona Beach Campus 1
Emmanuel College-Boston-MA 1
Emmaus Bible College 1
Emory & Henry College 1
Fayetteville State University 1
Ferrum College 1
Fire School of Ministry 1
Fisher College 1
Florida Southern College 1
Franklin & Marshall College 1
Full Sail University 1
Gardner-Webb University 1
Glenville State College 1
Grace College 1
Graceland University 1
Grand Canyon University 1
Greensboro College 1
Greenville Technical College 1
High Point University 1
Horry-Georgetown Technical College 1
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges: Lincoln Trail College 1
Illinois Wesleyan University 1
Jackson State University 1
John Brown University 1
Johns Hopkins University: Peabody Conservatory of Music 1
Johnson & Wales University: Providence 1
Johnson University 1
Johnston Community College 1
Lander University 1
Lees-McRae College 1
Lenoir-Rhyne University 1
LeTourneau University 1
Liberty University 1
living arts college 1
Louisburg College 1
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College 1
Manhattan School of Music 1
Marion Military Institute 1
Mars Hill University 1
Maryland Institute College of Art 1
Messiah College 1
Midlands Technical College 1
Milligan College 1
Montreat College 1
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University 1
North Carolina Wesleyan College 1
North Greenville University 1
Northwestern College 1
Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 1
Oral Roberts University 1
Orange Coast College 1
Palm Beach Atlantic University 1
Parsons The New School for Design 1
Pellissippi State Community College 1
Penn State University Park 1
Pfeiffer University 1
Pitt Community College 1
Point Loma Nazarene University 1
Pratt Institute 1
Queens University of Charlotte 1
Radford University 1
Randolph Community College 1
Rutgers University 1
Salve Regina University 1
Savannah College of Art and Design 1
School of Graphic Design 1
School of Visual Arts 1
Shorter University 1
Southeastern University 1
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary 1
Southern Wesleyan University 1
Stevenson University 1
stony brook university, state university of new york 1
SUNY College at Fredonia 1
SUNY College at Oswego 1
Sweet Briar College 1
The Citadel 1
Toccoa Falls College 1
United States Coast Guard Academy 1
United States Military Academy 1
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1
University of Lynchburg 1
University of Maryland: College Park 1
University of Minnesota: Twin Cities 1
University of Mount Olive 1
University of North Carolina at Asheville 1
University of North Carolina at Pembroke 1
University of North Carolina School of the Arts 1
University of South Carolina: Upstate 1
University of Tampa 1
University of Tennessee: Knoxville 1
University of Toronto 1
Valencia College 1
Vance-Granville Community College 1
Wagner College 1
Wake Technical Community College 1
Webb Institute 1
Wheaton College 1
William Peace University 1
Wingate University 1
Xavier University of Louisiana 1
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2021-2023 2018-2020 2013-2015 Total
All schools 114 15 25
#1 Princeton University 1 + 1
#3 Harvard College 1 1 + 2
#3 Stanford University 1 1 + 2
#6 University of Pennsylvania 1 1
#7 Duke University 1 1 + 1 + 3
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1 1
#9 Northwestern University 1 1 + 2
#12 Columbia University 1 1 + 1 + 3
#12 Cornell University 1 1 + 2
#15 University of California: Los Angeles 1 1 + 2
#15 University of California: Berkeley 1 1 + 2
#18 Dartmouth College 1 + 1
#18 Vanderbilt University 1 1
#22 Georgetown University 1 + 1
#22 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1 1 + 2
#24 Washington University in St. Louis 1 1
#24 Carnegie Mellon University 1 1
#24 Emory University 1 + 1
#28 University of California: Davis 1 1
#28 University of California: San Diego 1 1 + 2
#28 University of Southern California 1 + 1
#28 University of Florida 1 1 + 2
#33 Georgia Institute of Technology 1 1 + 2
#33 University of California: Irvine 1 1 + 2
#35 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1 1
#35 New York University 1 1 + 1 + 3
#39 Boston College 1 1
#40 University of Washington 1 1 + 2
#40 Rutgers University 1 1
#43 Boston University 1 1
#47 Texas A&M University 1 1
#47 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 1
#47 University of Rochester 1 1 + 2
#47 University of Georgia 1 1 + 2
#47 Wake Forest University 1 1 + 1 + 3
#51 Purdue University 1 1
#53 College of William and Mary 1 1
#53 University of Minnesota: Twin Cities 1 1
#53 Northeastern University 1 1
#53 Florida State University 1 1
#58 University of Connecticut 1 1
#60 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1 1
#60 North Carolina State University 1 1 + 2
#60 Brandeis University 1 1 + 2
#60 Michigan State University 1 1 + 2
#67 University of Pittsburgh 1 1 + 2
#67 Syracuse University 1 1
#67 University of Miami 1 1 + 2
#67 George Washington University 1 1
#73 Indiana University Bloomington 1 1
#73 Tulane University 1 1 + 2
#76 Pepperdine University 1 + 1
#76 Colorado School of Mines 1 1
#86 Clemson University 1 1 + 2
#89 Southern Methodist University 1 1 + 2
#89 Fordham University 1 1
#93 Auburn University 1 1
#93 Baylor University 1 1 + 2
#98 Texas Christian University 1 1
#98 Drexel University 1 1 + 2
#98 University of Oregon 1 1
#105 Arizona State University 1 1
#105 University of Tennessee: Knoxville 1 1
#115 Howard University 1 1
#115 University of Utah 1 1
#124 University of Denver 1 1
#124 University of Central Florida 1 1
#124 James Madison University 1 1
#124 University of Missouri: Columbia 1 1
#124 Florida International University 1 1
#124 University of South Carolina: Columbia 1 1
#133 Miami University: Oxford 1 1
#133 Elon University 1 1 + 2
#137 University of Alabama 1 1 + 2
#142 Clark University 1 1
#142 Virginia Commonwealth University 1 1
#142 University of Alabama at Birmingham 1 1
#142 University of Cincinnati 1 1
#151 University of Kansas 1 1
#151 Seton Hall University 1 1
#151 DePaul University 1 1
#159 University of Kentucky 1 1
#163 University of Mississippi 1 1
#170 University of Hawaii at Manoa 1 1
#178 University of North Carolina at Charlotte 1 1
#185 Samford University 1 1
#185 Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College 1 1
#185 Hofstra University 1 1
#195 East Carolina University 1 1
#195 University of Louisville 1 1
#201 University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1 1
#216 University of North Carolina at Greensboro 1 1
#216 Mississippi State University 1 1
#227 Kent State University 1 1
#227 Western Carolina University 1 1
#236 Belmont University 1 1
#236 Lipscomb University 1 1
#236 Biola University 1 1
#249 Union University 1 1
#249 Sam Houston State University 1 1
#260 Winston-Salem State University 1 1
#280 Hampton University 1 1
#304 Western Michigan University 1 1
#304 Radford University 1 1
#304 Middle Tennessee State University 1 1
#320 Campbell University 1 1
#356 Gardner-Webb University 1 1
#361 Carson-Newman University 1 1
#369 Regent University 1 1
#369 Mississippi College 1 1
#376 Wingate University 1 1
#382 Palm Beach Atlantic University 1 1
Jackson State University 1 1
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1 1
Liberty University 1 1
Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 1 1
University of Maryland: College Park 1 1
Penn State University Park 1 1
Southeastern University 1 1
Grand Canyon University 1 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2021-2023 2018-2020 2013-2015 Total
All schools 33 0 1
#3 United States Naval Academy 1 1
#4 Wellesley College 1 1
#7 United States Air Force Academy 1 1
#11 Wesleyan University 1 + 1
#16 Davidson College 1 1
#16 Hamilton College 1 1
#21 Washington and Lee University 1 1
#25 University of Richmond 1 1
#27 Macalester College 1 1
#30 Bucknell University 1 1
#35 Franklin & Marshall College 1 1
#39 Hillsdale College 1 1
#46 Furman University 1 1
#51 The University of the South 1 1
#56 Wheaton College 1 1
#59 Wofford College 1 1
#63 Virginia Military Institute 1 1
#107 Westmont College 1 1
#107 Randolph-Macon College 1 1
#116 Hampden-Sydney College 1 1
#124 Hollins University 1 1
#130 Eckerd College 1 1
#130 Roanoke College 1 1
#130 Meredith College 1 1
#135 Covenant College 1 1
#139 University of North Carolina at Asheville 1 1
#139 Presbyterian College 1 1
#152 Emmanuel College-Boston-MA 1 1
#163 Gordon College 1 1
#165 Randolph College 1 1
#167 Bridgewater College 1 1
#174 Marymount Manhattan College 1 1
#180 Sweet Briar College 1 1
United States Military Academy 1 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2021-2023 2018-2020 2013-2015 Total
All schools 1 0 0
#1 University of Toronto 1 1

AP Scores

(2023)
Number of students took AP test
238
Number of tests taken
380

Academics

AP

(15)
English Literature and Composition
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
Psychology
English Literature and Composition
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
United States History
Calculus BC
Computer Science Principles
United States Government and Politics
Environmental Science
Physics C: Mechanics
European History
Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Sports

(14)
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(11)
Art Club
Castle Crazies
Chemistry Club (CHEM CLUB)
Culture Club
eSports Club
FCA
Art Club
Castle Crazies
Chemistry Club (CHEM CLUB)
Culture Club
eSports Club
FCA
HOSA: Future Health Professionals
National English Honor Society
Photo Club
Robotics
Youth and Government
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Arts

(7)
Band
Dance
Drama
Music
Graphic Design
Art
Band
Dance
Drama
Music
Graphic Design
Art
Design
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Contact Info

http://www.nrcaknights.com
7300 Perry Creek Road, Raleigh, NC 27616-0276
919-573-7900
sdial@nrcaknights.com
North Carolina

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: K-12
Urban
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1996
Religious Affiliation: Christian

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype
Other Accepted Scores: SAT

Frequently Ask Questions about North Raleigh Christian Academy

Tell me a bit about North Raleigh Christian Academy.
North Raleigh Christian Academy is Co-ed private day school located in North Carolina, US. It was founded 1996 , and currently has about 1571 students, 1.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.nrcaknights.com.
Does North Raleigh Christian Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
North Raleigh Christian Academy is offering 15 AP courses.

North Raleigh Christian Academy also have 30% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do North Raleigh Christian Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 4.17% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 5.47% go to top 25, and about 1.04% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for North Raleigh Christian Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, North Raleigh Christian Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for North Raleigh Christian Academy’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for North Raleigh Christian Academy in 2024 is $13,020 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 sdial@nrcaknights.com .
Where is North Raleigh Christian Academy located?
North Raleigh Christian Academy is located in the State of North Carolina of USA. The closest major city is Raleigh, which is about 8 miles away from school. Most families can choose Raleigh-Durham International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is North Raleigh Christian Academy on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, North Raleigh Christian Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 253 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also North Raleigh Christian Academy has been favorited by 73 users.
How to start with an application with North Raleigh Christian Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about North Raleigh Christian Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit North Raleigh Christian Academy’s official site: http://www.nrcaknights.com or call them at 919-573-7900.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to North Raleigh Christian Academy?
Yes, here are few: Ravenscroft School, St. Davids School and Saint Mary's School.

The closest major city is Raleigh. You can find out more schools near Raleigh here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for North Raleigh Christian Academy?
The overall rating for North Raleigh Christian Academy is B.

The section ratings of North Raleigh Christian Academy are:
B for Matriculation
B- for Academics
B 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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