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Best South Carolina Catholic Private High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 catholic private high schools serving 3,166 students in South Carolina. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in South Carolina.
The top ranked catholic private high schools in South Carolina include St. Anne School, Bishop England High School, and John Paul II Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina private high school average acceptance rate of 90%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 3,166

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 3,166

Top Ranked Catholic Private High Schools in South Carolina (2026-27)

Bishop England High School Photo
Bishop England High School
Gr: 9-12 | 591 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 33
Catholic
363 Seven Farms Dr
Charleston, SC 29492
(843) 849-9599
(1)
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Cardinal Newman School Photo
Cardinal Newman School
Gr: 7-12 | 563 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 23
Catholic
2945 Alpine Rd
Columbia, SC 29223
(803) 782-2814
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John Paul II Catholic School Photo
John Paul II Catholic School
Gr: 6-12 | 407 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
4211 N Okatie Highway
Ridgeland, SC 29936
(843) 648-3838
(1)
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Our Lady Of The Rosary Catholic School Photo
Our Lady Of The Rosary Catholic School
Gr: PK-12 | 350 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
2 James Dr
Greenville, SC 29605
(864) 277-5350
(6)
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St. Anne School Photo
St. Anne School
Gr: PK-12 | 315 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 14
Catholic
1698 Bird Street
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 324-4814
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St. Joseph's Catholic School Photo
St. Joseph's Catholic School
Gr: 6-12 | 605 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 18
Catholic
100 Saint Joseph's Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
(864) 234-9009
(3)
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Map of John Paul Ii Catholic School
John Paul Ii Catholic School
Gr: 7-12 | 260 students
Catholic
4211 N Okatie Hwy
Ridgeland, SC 29936
(843) 645-3838
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Map of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic High School
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic High School
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students
Catholic
1300 Carolina Forest Blvd
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
(843) 903-1400
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private high schools in South Carolina?
The top ranked catholic private high schools in South Carolina include St. Anne School, Bishop England High School, and John Paul II Catholic School.
How many catholic private high schools are located in South Carolina?
8 catholic private high schools are located in South Carolina.
How diverse are catholic private high schools in South Carolina?
South Carolina catholic private high schools are approximately 18% minority students, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average of 14%.
8
Private Schools
3,166
Students
$15,167
Avg. Tuition
18%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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