Private School Review - Established 2003

South Carolina Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) serving 755 students in South Carolina.
60% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Mennonite).
The top ranked private school belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in South Carolina is Holly Hill Academy.
These schools make up 1% of the 434 private schools in South Carolina and 1% of its 72,685 private school students.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in South Carolina (2026-27)

Map of Holly Hill Academy
Holly Hill Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 320 students
142 Bunch Ford Rd
Holly Hill, SC 29059
(803) 206-0482
(2)
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Map of 1955
1955
Gr: PK-3 | 142 students
Specialized Curriculum (Baptist)
1508 Marchant Ave And 2 Other Address
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 786-9483
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Map of Cold Springs Mennonite School
Cold Springs Mennonite School
Gr: K-12 | 72 students
Mennonite
168 Cold Springs Church Rd
Abbeville, SC 29620
(864) 446-2275
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Map of Crowfield Academy
Crowfield Academy
Gr: PK-K | 26 students
Daycare / Preschool
240 Westview Blvd
Goose Creek, SC 29445
(843) 863-1803
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Map of Wedgefield University For Kids
Wedgefield University For Kids
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students
Baptist
6220 Wedgefield Rd
Wedgefield, SC 29168
(803) 494-3887
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in South Carolina?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in South Carolina is Holly Hill Academy.
How many private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in South Carolina?
5 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in South Carolina.
How diverse are private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in South Carolina?
South Carolina private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are approximately 32% minority students, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average of 19%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are religiously affiliated in South Carolina?
60% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Mennonite).
5
Private Schools
755
Students
32%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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