Highland Park Kindergarten in Florence, SC serves 68 students in pre–kindergarten and kindergarten within a city–based early childhood program.
Founded in 1957, this co–ed kindergarten operates with a Methodist religious affiliation in a small city community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 23:1, with 3 teachers serving all enrolled students.
This Florence early learning program offers co–ed classes focused on foundational education for children ages PK through K.
Highland Park Kindergarten is located near several other Florence private schools, providing families with multiple neighborhood early education options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
68 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Our Mission Highland Park United Methodist Church exists to be the Hands and Feet of Jesus in our community through our gifts, witness, service, prayers, and presence in our community and the greater world.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Highland Park Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Highland Park Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 10/7/2018
Excellent school, staff, curriculum, and they teach the Love of Jesus! Highly recommend!
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