Patrick Henry Academy

Patrick Henry Academy is a college preparatory school which provides a safe, family-oriented atmosphere while guiding students to be contributing members of society.
Patrick Henry Academy seeks to provide an opportunity for students to reach their highest potential, mentally, physically, as well as socially and morally, in preparation for college entrance and for life.
It aims to give them a greater appreciation of American heritage of freedom under law, justice, free enterprise, and the underlying spiritual foundations of this country.
It seeks to fulfill these objectives through a balanced program designed to encourage and aid each student to achieve excellence in scholarships, strength in character, responsibility, in citizenship, and harmony in relations with others.
Through these efforts the Academy hopes to make a great contribution to the future leadership of our community, state and nation.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked SC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Patrick Henry Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1965

Student Body

Total Students
309 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Patrick Henry Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Patrick Henry Academy often compared to?
Patrick Henry Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Heyward Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Patrick Henry Academy's ranking?
Patrick Henry Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Patrick Henry Academy?
The application deadline for Patrick Henry Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break, No School
October 20, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break, NO SCHOOL
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break, NO SCHOOL
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break, NO SCHOOL
November 28, 2025 (Friday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked SC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in South Carolina is $10,105 for elementary schools and $10,075 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in South Carolina is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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