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Best South Carolina Private Schools Belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 34 private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) serving 13,010 students in South Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in South Carolina.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in South Carolina include Bob Jones Academy, Spartanburg Day School, and Veritas Preparatory School.
The average tuition cost is $12,028, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,435.
65% of private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 34

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 34

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in South Carolina (2026-27)

Cherokee Creek Boys School Photo
Cherokee Creek Boys School
Gr: 5-10
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 6
All-boys
198 Cooper Road
Westminster, SC 29693
(864) 647-1885
(21)
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Ben Lippen School Photo
Ben Lippen School
Gr: NS-12 | 1,038 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 21
Christian
7401 Monticello Road
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 807-4000
(11)
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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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Bob Jones Academy Photo
Bob Jones Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 1,373 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 2
Baptist
1700 Wade Hampton Blvd
Greenville, SC 29614
(864) 770-1395
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Map of Calhoun Academy
Calhoun Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 424 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10
81 Academy Road
Saint Matthews, SC 29135
(803) 874-2734
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Map of Cambridge Academy
Cambridge Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 291 students
Sports: 6
103 Eastman St
Greenwood, SC 29649
(864) 229-2875
(1)
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Map of The Cooper School
The Cooper School
Gr: K-8 | 155 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
13 Oakdale Pl
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 573-1033
(1)
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The Goddard School Photo
The Goddard School
Gr: NS-K | 194 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 1
Daycare / Preschool
868 Gold Hill Road
Fort Mill, SC 29708
(803) 802-2112
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Greenwood Christian School Photo
Greenwood Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 424 students
Avg. class size: 460 students
Sports: 12
Christian
2026 Woodlawn Rd
Greenwood, SC 29649
(864) 229-2427
(3)
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Heritage Academy Photo
Heritage Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 115 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Extracurriculars: 3
11 New Orleans Rd
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
(843) 842-8600
(2)
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Holy Trinity Catholic School Photo
Holy Trinity Catholic School
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
1100 8th Avenue N.
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
(843) 390-4108
(2)
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James Island Christian School Photo
James Island Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 282 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
15 Crosscreek Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 795-1762
(5)
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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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Lowcountry Preparatory School Photo
Lowcountry Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 238 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 12
Specialized Curriculum
300 Blue Stem Dr
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
(843) 237-4147
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Mason Preparatory School Photo
Mason Preparatory School
Gr: PK-8 | 306 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8
56 Halsey Blvd
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 723-0664
(14)
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Mitchell Road Christian Academy Photo
Mitchell Road Christian Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 433 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 4
Presbyterian
207 Mitchell Road
Greenville, SC 29615
(864) 268-2210
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Northside Christian Academy Photo
Northside Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 985 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
4347 Sunset Blvd
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 520-5656
(1)
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Map of Northside Christian School
Northside Christian School
Gr: NS-12 | 342 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 4
Baptist
7800 Northside Dr
North Charleston, SC 29420
(843) 797-2690
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Map of Northwood Academy
Northwood Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 1,042 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 15
Christian
104 Charger Drive
Summerville, SC 29486
(843) 764-2285
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in South Carolina?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in South Carolina include Bob Jones Academy, Spartanburg Day School, and Veritas Preparatory School.
How many private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) are located in South Carolina?
34 private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) are located in South Carolina.
How much do private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) cost in South Carolina?
The average tuition cost is $12,028, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,435.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in South Carolina?
South Carolina private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) are approximately 13% minority students, which is lower than the South Carolina private school average of 19%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) are religiously affiliated in South Carolina?
65% of private schools belonging to Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
34
Private Schools
13,010
Students
$12,028
Avg. Tuition
13%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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