Pee Dee Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked SC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 464 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,120
Acceptance rate: 100%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Pee Dee Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Other

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Pee Dee Academy
Pre-K	23
Kind	30
1	32
2	22
3	28
4	27
5	49
6	38
7	26
8	32
9	55
10	31
11	39
12	32

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1965

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Campus Size

15 acres

School Motto

Our mission is to provide a high quality education so each student grows and thrives in an environment that promotes a foundation for life-long learning.

Student Body

Total Students

464 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

1 course

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,120

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Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

School Mascot

Golden Eagles

School Notes

Pee Dee Academy was chartered by the state of South Carolina in 1965 and offers the opportunity of a private school education in grades K4-12.
Pee Dee Academy attracts students from not only Marion County but also from Dillon, Florence and Horry counties in South Carolina and several contiguous counties in North Carolina. The Academy is designed to function as a college preparatory school, seeking to provide challenging instruction and a safe, patriotic atmosphere based on Christian principles.
Pee Dee Academy is designated as an eleemosynary corporation with full tax-exempt status.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Katy (Heher) Nahm - Assistant Women's Golf Coach at Clemson University, Graduated in 2003. -
- Joshua Christmas - Teacher & Coach at Northside Christian Academy, Graduated in 2006. -
- Michael Martin, Ryan Brewer, Dylan Hotaling - Graduated in 2019. -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pee Dee Academy cost?

Pee Dee Academy's tuition is approximately $6,120 for private students.

What schools are Pee Dee Academy often compared to?

Pee Dee Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Mullins Marion Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Pee Dee Academy?

The acceptance rate of Pee Dee Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.

Who are famous alumni from Pee Dee Academy?

Pee Dee Academy famous alumni include: Katy (Heher) Nahm - Assistant Women's Golf Coach at Clemson University, Graduated in 2003., Joshua Christmas - Teacher & Coach at Northside Christian Academy, Graduated in 2006. and Michael Martin, Ryan Brewer, Dylan Hotaling - Graduated in 2019..

What sports does Pee Dee Academy offer?

Pee Dee Academy offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football, Golf, Marksmanship, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Pee Dee Academy's ranking?

Pee Dee Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Pee Dee Academy?

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

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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).