Top 5 Best Charleston Private Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 19 private elementary schools serving 4,671 students in Charleston, SC.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Charleston, SC include Blessed Sacrament School, Charleston Day School and Nativity School.
68% of private elementary schools in Charleston, SC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Charleston Private Elementary Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Ashley Hall
Ashley Hall Photo
All-girls
(8)
172 Rutledge Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-4088
Grades: PK-12
| 728 students
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
(3)
7 Saint Teresa Dr
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-2128
Grades: PK-8
| 263 students
Charleston Day School
(1)
15 Archdale St
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 377-0315
Grades: K-8
| 257 students
First Baptist School
(Baptist)
(2)
48 Meeting St
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 722-6646
Grades: PK-12
| 497 students
James Island Christian School
James Island Christian School Photo - Welcome to JICS!
(Christian)
(5)
15 Crosscreek Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 795-1762
Grades: PK-9
| 282 students
Mason Preparatory School
Mason Preparatory School Photo
(12)
56 Halsey Blvd
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 723-0664
Grades: PK-8
| 315 students
Nativity School
Nativity School Photo - Nativity School students took on extra chores at home and used their allowances to donate coins and bills for the week-long penny wars fundraiser during National Catholic Schools Week. The students` goal for their annual community service project was to raise funds for local children in need. In just 5 days, Nativity School students raised over $1200. They presented two $600 checks; one to a representative from MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children`s Hospital, and one to a representative from the local Ronald McDonald House.
(Catholic)
1125 Pittsford Cir
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 795-3975
Grades: PK-8
| 111 students
Porter-Gaud School
Porter-Gaud School Photo - From the earliest grades to the Upper School, Porter-Gaud students learn from faculty members whose love of their subject areas is infectious.
(Episcopal)
300 Albemarle Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-3620
Grades: 1-12
| 1,059 students
Addlestone Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
1639 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 571-1105
Grades: PK-8
| 109 students
Adventist Christian Academy of Charleston
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2518 Savannah Hwy
Charleston, SC 29414
(843) 571-7519
Grades: K-8
| 25 students
Capers Preparatory Christian Academy
(Christian)
1941 Bees Ferry Rd
Charleston, SC 29414
(843) 225-2892
Grades: NS-11
| 32 students
Charles Towne Montessori School
Montessori School
(2)
56 Leinbach Dr
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 571-1140
Grades: PK-6
| 141 students
The Charleston Catholic School
The Charleston Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
888-A King St
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 577-4495
Grades: PK-8
| 176 students
Charleston Christian School
Charleston Christian School Photo - Take a peek into our classroom and call to schedule a tour today.
(Christian)
(3)
2014 Bees Ferry Road
Charleston, SC 29414
(843) 556-4480
Grades: PK-8
| 92 students
The Cooper School
Alternative School
(1)
13 Oakdale Pl
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 573-1033
Grades: K-8
| 153 students
Harvest Time International Academy
(Christian)
227 Huger St
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 647-5911
Grades: 4-12
| 8 students
642 Meeting St
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 735-7102
Grades: PK-5
| 245 students
Trinity Montessori School
Montessori School (Christian)
(1)
1293 Orange Grove Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-6686
Grades: PK-6
| 127 students
8717 Old University Blvd, Bldg E
Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 212-4289
Grades: K-6
| 51 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston, South Carolina Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
4870 Piedmont Avenue
Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 554-0535
Grades: 5-8
| students
Palmetto Academy (Closed 2010)
Special Education School (Christian)
913 Wappoo Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
Grades: 9-12
| 14 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Charleston, SC?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Charleston, SC include Blessed Sacrament School, Charleston Day School and Nativity School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Charleston, SC?
19 private elementary schools are located in Charleston, SC.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Charleston, SC?
Charleston, SC private elementary schools are approximately 17% minority students, which is same as the South Carolina private school average of 17%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Charleston, SC?
68% of private elementary schools in Charleston, SC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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