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Best South Carolina Montessori Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 34 montessori private schools serving 3,353 students in South Carolina.

The montessori private schools in South Carolina include Sea Pines Montessori Academy and Montessori School Of Columbia.

The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is lower than the South Carolina private school average acceptance rate of 90%.

24% of montessori private schools in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Seventh Day Adventist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 34
# Students Served: 3,353

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 34
# Students Served: 3,353

South Carolina Montessori Private School Trends

Private Schools

3,353

Students

$10,494

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

29%

Students of Color

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked montessori private schools in South Carolina?

The montessori private schools in South Carolina include Sea Pines Montessori Academy and Montessori School Of Columbia.

How many montessori private schools are located in South Carolina?

34 montessori private schools are located in South Carolina.

How diverse are montessori private schools in South Carolina?

South Carolina montessori private schools are approximately 29% minority students, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average of 19%.

What percentage of montessori private schools are religiously affiliated in South Carolina?

24% of montessori private schools in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Seventh Day Adventist).

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