Cardinal Gibbons High School

Cardinal Gibbons High School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
1401 Edwards Mill Rd,  Raleigh, NC
4.3
3.3
1,611 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jason D. Curtis
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.74
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$17,535
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
B+
Teachers
A+
College Prep
B+
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A+
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.74
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
101
Full Time Teachers
96
Part Time Teachers
5
Teachers in First or Second Year
1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
630
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
30
Reading
30
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
26
AP Pass Rate
72%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
93%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
51.7%
Female
48.3%
White
81.6%
Hispanic
7.8%
Two or more races
3.5%
Black
3.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1%

School Rankings

#1 Best Catholic Schools in North Carolina
#1 Best HS For Athletes in North Carolina
#10 Best College Prep Private High Schools in North Carolina
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
North Carolina State University 481 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 460 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 240 Students
Appalachian State University 232 Students
University of North Carolina - Wilmington 212 Students
University of South Carolina 207 Students
Clemson University 201 Students
Virginia Tech 175 Students
Elon University 169 Students
East Carolina University 148 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 269 Students
Biology 143 Students
Psychology 118 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 88 Students
Nursing 67 Students
Engineering 65 Students
Finance 63 Students
Marketing 56 Students
Chemistry 55 Students
Communications 47 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 258 Reviews
4.0 Freshman
11/24/2024
My experience at Cardinal Gibbons as a freshman has been great so far and I can't wait to explore more parts of the school and curriculum as I get older.
4.0 Junior
10/21/2024
Overall a great school, especially when it comes to college readiness and resources. Heavily emphasizes volunteering and giving back to the community, school spirit, and faith. Decent diversity.
5.0 Freshman
7/29/2024
I have been a part of the Gibbons community for a year as a rising sophomore. I have so far had excellent experiences with the staff and teachers. They have been important in my success, physically and emotionally. They are attentive and make an effort to ensure that I give it my best shot. The Cardinal Gibbons community is an engaging and active place to be. There are lots of chances for you to get involved, lend a hand, and be yourself. Someone will always be there to support you and ensure your success.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/8/2023
Our daughter attended Gibbons for 4yrs and had an amazing experience. Our daughther was raised Baptist, and was accepted by faculty and peers. Catholicism was not "forced" upon her; rather, she feels that her religious beliefs have strengthened through debate and discussion with Catholic faculty. Th...
5.0 parent
4/3/2023
My son is a current student and has had a good experience so far. He has enjoyed all his classes and extracurriculars, feels both challenged and supported, and is excited about learning. He has no accommodations, so I am not sure about that. I don't use the school app because I want to foster indepe...
5.0 parent
8/13/2020
Cardinal Gibbons has a strong focus on faith, leadership, and community. It offers a wealth of clubs and activities. Teachers are very dedicated to their students and the school has high standards for the students.
1.0 other
2/28/2019
Pretty terrible. Left to attend Apex High School and it was the best decision I ever made. They dropped several teachers after I left due to complaints.

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Cardinal Gibbons High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 1401 Edwards Mill Rd in Raleigh, NC. Annual tuition is $17,535. The school has a total enrollment of 1,611 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Cardinal Gibbons High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.74, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $577,850. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fusion Academy Raleigh, Iron Academy, GRACE Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Raleigh has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Cardinal Gibbons High School.

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