Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten

Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten serves 47 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, is a member of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The student:teacher of Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten is 47:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Methodist.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • 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)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
47:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • 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)

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The average private school tuition in Columbia, SC is $13,129 for elementary schools and $14,285 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Columbia, SC is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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