Ravenscroft School

Specialties

Ravenscroft is a pre-​Kindergarten through grade 12 independent college-​preparatory school located in Raleigh. Our mission is: «The Ravenscroft community, guided by our legacy of excellence, nurtures individual potential and prepares students to thrive in a complex and interdependent world.»

History

Established in 1862.

Founded in 1862 by members of Christ Episcopal Church, Ravenscroft continued under their auspices until 1966 when it became non-​sectarian. Housed for periods of time in Christ Church, St. Savior’s Chapel, and then on Tucker Street, the School moved to its current Falls of Neuse location in 1969. The School is named for John Stark Ravenscroft, the first Bishop of Episcopal Diocese and first Rector of Christ Episcopal Church in Raleigh.