St. Mary Help Of Christians School vs. Mead Hall Episcopal School
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School Overview
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Mead Hall Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
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Student Body
School History
Overview
St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic School bases its curriculum on national, state, and Diocese of Charleston standards.
In addition to a curriculum which includes science, health, social studies, technology, physical education, ixl math and the arts, there is an emphasis on the traditional 3 R`s of reading, writing, and arithmetic.
Children who attend St. Mary`s also benefit from a curriculum that includes an additional 3 R`s: respect, reverence, and responsibility.
All students take either Spanish or German. Chromebooks are used in the classroom.
Established in 1955, Mead Hall's mission is to challenge students to pursue academic excellence, spiritual growth, and moral integrity. After merging with Aiken Prep School in 2012, Mead Hall now serves a diverse and talented student body in grades 3K - 12 by providing a rigorous curriculum, small class sizes, a firm spiritual foundation and a safe, nurturing community.
Grades Offered
K-8
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1904
1955
Students Body
Total Students
202 students
328 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
9%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
38
Kindergarten Students
18
24
Grade 1 Students
23
23
Grade 2 Students
22
20
Grade 3 Students
29
32
Grade 4 Students
18
32
Grade 5 Students
26
28
Grade 6 Students
16
26
Grade 7 Students
26
28
Grade 8 Students
24
28
Grade 9 Students
-
19
Grade 10 Students
-
11
Grade 11 Students
-
12
Grade 12 Students
-
7
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
35 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
70%
35%
Average Class Size
14
12
Number of AP Classes
n/a
9
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:9
1:9
Average SAT score
n/a
1300
Average ACT score
n/a
27
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(School uniform worn daily, Formal Uniform worn on Mass days)
(School uniform worn daily, Formal Uniform worn on Mass days)
Casual
(Khaki pants with red, white, or blue polo)
(Khaki pants with red, white, or blue polo)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$5,600
Tuition Notes
There is an active parishioner rate, with multiple children discount. There is a \"non parishioner rate, with slight multiple children discounts. Please visit our website for tuition rates.
Tuition begins at $5600 and increases depending on grade level. Tuition includes activity, book, and supply fees, as well as daily hot lunch.
% on Financial Aid
10%
5%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
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Acceptance Rate
95%
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Admissions Director
n/a
Felicia Pontoo
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8
10
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
3
9
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Jr. National Beta Club, Yearbook Club, youth choir
Archery, Art Club, Beta Club, Honor Council, Interact Club, Junior Beta Club, National Honor Society, Student Council, Violin