Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten in Columbia, SC, offers co–ed early childhood education for preschool and kindergarten with a total enrollment of 47 students.
Founded in 1952, the school operates in a midsize city setting within the Heathwood neighborhood and maintains a Methodist religious affiliation.
Annual tuition is $1,010, ranking the school among the most affordable preschool and kindergarten options in Columbia.
The program holds memberships with the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the National Association of Private Special Education Centers.
The student–teacher ratio of 47:1 with one teacher serving all students enrolled in preschool and kindergarten.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked SC School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 47 students
Yearly Tuition: $1,010
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Methodist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten
Pre-K	41
Kind	6

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Year Founded

1952

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Student Body

Total Students

47 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

47:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC)
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$1,010

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Application URL

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten cost?

Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten's tuition is approximately $1,010 for private students.

What is Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten's ranking?

Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten?

The application deadline for Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten located?

Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten is located in the Heathwood neighborhood of Columbia, SC.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Columbia, SC is $13,317 for elementary schools and $14,535 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Columbia, SC is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).