Lee Academy is a fully accredited K3-12th grade independent school.
Our K3-6th grade curriculum provides a strong academic foundation and is geared to prepare students for future academic success.
The high school curriculum offers two programs of study, college and technical preparatory.
Central Carolina Technical College, in partnership with Lee Academy, offers college credit courses on campus during the school day.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked SC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,600
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Robert E Lee Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1965
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
358 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Average SAT score
1050
(Out of 1600)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Virginia M. Stokes
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Robert E Lee Academy cost?
Robert E Lee Academy's tuition is approximately $2,600 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Robert E Lee Academy?
The acceptance rate of Robert E Lee Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
What sports does Robert E Lee Academy offer?
Robert E Lee Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Football, Golf, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting.
What is Robert E Lee Academy's ranking?
Robert E Lee Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Robert E Lee Academy?
The application deadline for Robert E Lee Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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