Cardinal Newman School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked SC School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 563 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,000
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Cardinal Newman School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
The South Carolina Independent School Association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cardinal Newman School
7	84
8	103
9	90
10	100
11	89
12	97

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Downs Syndrome, ASD, Dyslexia, Cognitive challenges

Year Founded

1858

Colors

Black, Red

School Calendar

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Campus Size

76 acres

Student Body

Total Students

563 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

26%

State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

59 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

64%

Average Class Size

22 students

Number of AP Courses

21 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

An Honors currciulum in EnglishAP Biology

AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC

AP ChemistryAP English Literature and Composition

AP European HistoryAP French Language

AP MacroeconomicsAP Spanish Language

AP StatisticsAP US Government and Politics

AP US HistoryMath

Science and Social Studies offered in all grade levels.

Average SAT score

1153

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

casual uniform 4 x a week, dress uniform 1 x a week

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,000

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Tuition Notes

www.cnhs.org

Admissions Director

Michelle Holbrook

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

WeightliftingWinter Track

Wrestling

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

23 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Alpha ThetaArt Club

Beta ClubBook Club

Campus MinistryChess Club

DramaFrench Club

Kairos RetreatsKey Club

Men's Discernment ClubNational Honor Society

Pep ClubProm Committee

Quiz BowlQuiz Bowl Team

Retreat TeamSpanish Club

Student CouncilStudents for Life

Women's Discernment Club

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Arts and Music Programs:

Band ProgramChoirs

School Notes

With origins dating from 1858, Cardinal Newman School is a diocesan, Catholic co-educational institution providing a well-rounded education in a collge preparatory atmosphere for students in grades seven through twelve.
A wide range of athletics, cocurricular and extracurricular activities are also provided.
Cardinal Newman School does not discriminate on the basis of color, national or ethnic origin in any of its policies, practices or procedures.
With an emphasis on the Catholic tradition of education - strong academics, a dedication to service and traditional Catholic,Christian values, Cardinal Newman School provides a safe and structured environment which challenges all students to achieve personal excellence in everyway.
Inspired by the community belief in divine providence and love, Cardinal Newman students wIll become self-disciplined learners who also demonstrate respect, integrity, responsibility and a sense of justice as they prepare to live their lives of truth, integrity anad fidelity - VERITAS, INTEGRITAS, FIDELITAS.

Our students have various interests and abilities, and we are committed to helping them reach their potential in a safe, nurturing and faith-filled environment. Our faculty and guidance counselors are equipped to provide a rigorous academic challenge for students who need it as well as an individualized plan to ensure success for those who may require extra attention. We also provide a myriad of opportunities - through community service, clubs, extra curricular activities, athletics and the performing and visual arts - to bring out each student`s unique gifts and talents. We partner with parents to develop the whole child in mind, body and spirit. We offer all of this on our new, 50-acre campus.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Lucy Graham, Business Owner (Upside Down Collection) -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cardinal Newman School cost?

Cardinal Newman School's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Cardinal Newman School?

Cardinal Newman School famous alumni include: Lucy Graham, Business Owner (Upside Down Collection).

What sports does Cardinal Newman School offer?

Cardinal Newman School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Cardinal Newman School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for most sports offered.

What is Cardinal Newman School's ranking?

Cardinal Newman School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Cardinal Newman School?

The application deadline for Cardinal Newman 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 Columbia, SC is $13,317 for elementary schools and $14,535 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Columbia, SC is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).