St. Thomas More Catholic School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 397 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,000
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Thomas More Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Thomas More Catholic School
Pre-K	38
Kind	38
1	37
2	38
3	47
4	32
5	39
6	55
7	30
8	43

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

as per assessment and parent meeting

Year Founded

1964

School Calendar

Campus Size

20 acres

Student Body

Total Students

397 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,000

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Tuition Notes

Higher tuition for non-parish families.

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Linda Raymond

Admissions Associate

Kristine Cutillo

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryLacrosse

SoccerVolleyball

School Mascot

The Knights

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Battle of the BooksChess Club

Guitar ClubMedia Club

National Junior Honor SocietyStudent Council

Arts and Music Programs:

Drama & Performing ArtsMass Choir

Show Choir

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Martial ArtsSoccer Club

School Notes

As a Mission of The Catholic Community of St. Thomas More, we provide an exceptional education for each learner in a God-centered environment, through a community focused on spiritual development, academic pursuits, and service to others.

St. Thomas More School is a PreK 3year old through eighth grade school. Our courses include the full curriculum prescribed by the Diocese of Raleigh and we are accredited through AdvancEd. The children graduating from our school are equipped to enter the most challenging high school programs. Our highly skilled and invested faculty and staff work tirelessly to search out new ways to engage the students so that they reach their full potential. Our classrooms are an engaging, fun, and exciting place to learn and worship. The athletics program for sixth through eighth-graders experiences high success while emphasizing sportsmanship and team play, beginning each athletic contest with prayer. Our parent and church support is extraordinary, creating a vibrant, healthy, and dynamic environment for the whole family.Our facilities include modernized athletic and music/art resources, and we continue to press toward the most progressive applications of technology to learning with the daily use of SmartBoard technology and virtual collaborative environments. We have recently added a dynamic STEM program, PLTW - Project Lead the Way, pleaseclick herefor more informtion.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jonathan Reckford - CEO of Habitat for Humanity

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Thomas More Catholic School cost?

St. Thomas More Catholic School's tuition is approximately $14,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Thomas More Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of St. Thomas More Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Thomas More Catholic School?

St. Thomas More Catholic School famous alumni include: Jonathan Reckford.

What sports does St. Thomas More Catholic School offer?

St. Thomas More Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is St. Thomas More Catholic School's ranking?

St. Thomas More Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Thomas More Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. Thomas More Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $12,577 for elementary schools and $13,925 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).