Quaker School
Carolina Friends School
- A+Overall Grade
- Private, Quaker
- PK, K-12
- Durham, NC
- 26 reviews
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- AcademicsA+
- DiversityB
- TeachersA-
- College PrepA
- Clubs & ActivitiesA-
- SportsB-
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
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Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
34%
Average Financial Aid
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Carolina Friends School Rankings
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Academics
Culture & Safety
Poll
- 100%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.9 responses
Poll
- 89%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.9 responses
Students
Diversity
B
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
501
- 9%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
- 73%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses
Preschool
Annual Cost
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Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Website
Teachers
Poll
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.11 responses
Poll
- 82%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.11 responses
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realtor.com®Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
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Boys Athletic Participation
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- 78%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.9 responses
- 78%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.9 responses
- 78%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.9 responses
- Cost of LivingC+
- Good for FamiliesA+
- HousingB
Median Household Income
$69,643
National
$55,322Median Rent
$1,117
National
$949Median Home Value
$381,400
National
$184,700Carolina Friends School Reviews
26 reviews
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CFS is a Friends school and that defines many aspects of the culture and educational approach. If you are considering this school, first consider whether a Friends school is the best fit for your child and family.
We chose CFS because we wanted a smaller, friendlier environment for our daughter who started high school here. In addition, our younger son also started middle school here. We are in the first year of our experience so we don't have the success bias of those who have attended 4 or more years of school here.
Pros:
1. Small class size, friendly teachers
2. Safe school atmosphere, no bullying
3. Eclectic campus
4. Kids are treated as adults, and are given responsibility for their own learning
Cons:
1. Classes are too easy, kids do homework if they feel like it
2. Small community to make friends with limited social life
3. Expensive with some of the best teaching done by software that you can subscribe to for a fraction of the cost
We chose CFS because we wanted a smaller, friendlier environment for our daughter who started high school here. In addition, our younger son also started middle school here. We are in the first year of our experience so we don't have the success bias of those who have attended 4 or more years of school here.
Pros:
1. Small class size, friendly teachers
2. Safe school atmosphere, no bullying
3. Eclectic campus
4. Kids are treated as adults, and are given responsibility for their own learning
Cons:
1. Classes are too easy, kids do homework if they feel like it
2. Small community to make friends with limited social life
3. Expensive with some of the best teaching done by software that you can subscribe to for a fraction of the cost
I love, love, love Carolina Friends School! It has been truly life-changing for me. Many say that it's an "easy" school--I entirely disagree. To outsiders, it may seem hard to fail, but that is only because the staff is so loving and supportive of their students.
Despite feeling the typical stress and anxiety around college admissions, I feel prepared and supported to submit my applications, graduate and attend university next year. The staff and administration have been incredibly supportive throughout the year, helping with essays, college interviews, testing and college visits. I'm going to miss this place!