Camden Military Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked SC School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 267 students
Yearly Tuition: $29,995
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Boys Learn Differently, Let them be Boys at Camden Military - 04/08/2025
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School Rankings

Camden Military Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Camden Military Academy
7	25
8	35
9	42
10	61
11	47
12	57

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

ADD, ADHD, CAPD, Dyslexia and other mild challenges

Year Founded

1892

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Campus Size

40 acres

School Motto

Believe to Achieve

Student Body

Total Students

267 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Average SAT score

1100

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniforms

Number of AP Courses

52 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the United States (AMCSUS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$29,995

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Tuition Notes

Summer Programs range from $2500-$5000

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

97%

Admissions Director

Robert Casey Robinson

Admissions Associate

Mack Trapp

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryDiving

Drill TeamFlag Football

FootballGolf

LacrosseMarksmanship

Paddle TennisRiflery

TennisTrack and Field

Wrestling

Colors

White, Black, Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Spartans

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Bible ClubBoy Scouts

ChessCivil Air Patrol

DebateFellowship of Christian Athletes

Junior LeadershipKey Club International

Library ClubMarksmanship

Pilot LessonsScuba Diving

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School Notes

The school's philosophy is to develop the "whole man" to the end that he is prepared not only academically, but also emotionally, physically, and morally, to face the trials and meet the opportunities that will be his after he leaves Camden Military Academy.
The core of the Camden experience is the Academy's academic program.
Camden enrolls young men in grades 7 through 12 as well as for a post graduate year.
The academic program on the high school level is strictly college preparatory.
The academic program is structured around a traditional class day, with all students taking six academic classes a day.

The school's philosophy is to develop the "whole man" to the end that he is prepared not only academically, but also emotionally, physically, and morally, to face the trials and meet the opportunities that will be his after he leaves Camden Military Academy. The core of the Camden experience is the Academy's academic program. Camden enrolls young men in grades 7 through 12 as well as for a post graduate year. The academic program on the high school level is strictly college preparatory. The academic program is structured around a traditional class day, with all students taking six academic classes a day.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Camden Military Academy cost?

Camden Military Academy's tuition is approximately $29,995 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Camden Military Academy?

The acceptance rate of Camden Military Academy is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. Camden Military Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in South Carolina with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Camden Military Academy offer?

Camden Military Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Drill Team, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Paddle Tennis, Riflery, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling. Camden Military Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for most sports offered.

What is Camden Military Academy's ranking?

Camden Military Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Camden Military Academy?

The application deadline for Camden Military Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 7/21/2021

Our son has attended CMA for the last 3 years. We can not express enough gratitude for how much growth and achievement we have seen in our son. We can see big contrasts in attitude and decision-making. Unfortunately, a cousin the same age succumbed to negative influences and his funeral was during the summer break. We truly believe CMA has saved our son's life. We look forward to our son having more success at CMA and after.

- Posted by Parent - Eric Smith Sr

5 8/11/2018

Camden Military Academy has made an incredible difference in our son's life. Before attending CMA, he was a good kid, but he was unmotivated and failing his classes. CMA has taught him the value of setting goals, being disciplined, and working hard to achieve them. His grades are up, he is happy, and he is becoming more confident every day. We are so thankful for the patient, dedicated teachers and staff at CMA who have poured into our son's life and given him the tools he needs to succeed. I highly recommend the school to parents of boys who need a little help with confidence and self-discipline.

- Posted by Parent - AMY J

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in South Carolina is $9,892 for elementary schools and $10,080 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in South Carolina is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).