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Best South Carolina Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 27 private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 10,170 students in South Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in South Carolina.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina include Heathwood Hall Episcopal School, Camden Military Academy, and Hammond School.
The average tuition cost is $21,996, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,537.
33% of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 27

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 27

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina (2026)

Christ Church Episcopal School Photo
Christ Church Episcopal School
Gr: K-12 | 1,224 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 11
Episcopal
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
(864) 299-1522
(3)
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Hammond School Photo
Hammond School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,015 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 31
854 Galway Lane
Columbia, SC 29209
(803) 776-0295
(5)
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Ashley Hall Photo
Ashley Hall
Gr: PK-12 | 728 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 12
All-girls
172 Rutledge Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-4088
(8)
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Map of Cambridge Academy
Cambridge Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 291 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6
103 Eastman St
Greenwood, SC 29649
(864) 229-2875
(1)
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Camden Military Academy Photo
Camden Military Academy
Gr: 7-12 | 267 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 13
All-boys
520 Highway 1 N
Camden, SC 29020
(803) 432-6001
(2)
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Charleston Collegiate School Photo
Charleston Collegiate School
Gr: PK-12 | 342 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 12
2024 Academy Rd
Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 559-5506
(2)
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Map of Charleston Day School
Charleston Day School
Gr: K-8 | 258 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 5
15 Archdale St
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 377-0315
(5)
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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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Map of First Baptist School
First Baptist School
Gr: PK-12 | 497 students
Baptist
48 Meeting St
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 722-6646
(2)
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First Presbyterian Academy Downtown Photo
First Presbyterian Academy Downtown
Gr: PK-1 | 166 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 10
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
200 W Washington St
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 565-0991
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Map of Heathwood Hall Episcopal School
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School
Gr: NS-12 | 932 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 20
Episcopal
3000 S Beltline Blvd
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 765-2309
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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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Hilton Head Preparatory School Photo
Hilton Head Preparatory School
Gr: NS-12 | 437 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 17
8 Fox Grape Rd
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
(843) 671-2286
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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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O'Quinn Schools Of Porter Gaud Photo
O'Quinn Schools Of Porter Gaud
Gr: NS-K | 286 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
1567 Harbor View Rd
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 795-6708
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O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant
Gr: NS-K | 298 students
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
761 S. Shelmore Blvd.
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 881-8506
(1)
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Porter-Gaud School Photo
Porter-Gaud School
Gr: 1-12 | 1,059 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 10
Episcopal
300 Albemarle Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-3620
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Spartanburg Day School Photo
Spartanburg Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 548 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 10
1701 Skylyn Drive
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 582-7539
(3)
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University School of The Lowcountry Photo
University School of The Lowcountry
Gr: 3-12 | 78 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Specialized Curriculum
690 Coleman Blvd.
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 884-0902
(9)
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Wilson Hall Photo
Wilson Hall
Gr: PK-12 | 851 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 20
520 Wilson Hall Road
Sumter, SC 29150
(803) 469-3475
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina include Heathwood Hall Episcopal School, Camden Military Academy, and Hammond School.
How many private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in South Carolina?
27 private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in South Carolina.
How much do private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) cost in South Carolina?
The average tuition cost is $21,996, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,537.
How diverse are private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina?
South Carolina private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the South Carolina private school average of 18%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are religiously affiliated in South Carolina?
33% of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Christian).
27
Private Schools
10,170
Students
$21,996
Avg. Tuition
15%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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