Private School Review - Established 2003
Walnut Grove Christian School
Carolina Christian Academy Top 11 ยท Highest Avg. ACT Score (SC)
Abiding Peace Academy

South Carolina Religiously Affiliated Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 317 religiously affiliated private schools serving 55,063 students in South Carolina (73% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $7,936, which is lower than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $9,669.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Christian (29% of schools), Baptist (27% of schools) and Catholic (10% of schools).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 317
  • # Students Served: 55,063

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 317
  • # Students Served: 55,063

Top Ranked South Carolina Private Schools by Religious Affiliation (2026-27)

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
African Methodist Episcopal
4
297
100%
Assembly of God
2
320
37%
Baptist
85
13,041
15%
Catholic
33
8,020
23%
Christian
92
18,552
18%
Church of Christ
1
13
100%
Church of God
1
125
23%
Church of God in Christ
1
28
100%
Church of the Nazarene
2
430
13%
Episcopal
11
5,029
17%
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
3
220
-
Islamic
3
202
48%
Jewish
4
233
22%
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
2
234
18%
Mennonite
6
349
7%
Methodist
17
1,704
15%
Other
10
1,846
6%
Other Lutheran
1
30
7%
Pentecostal
4
119
62%
Presbyterian
24
3,905
12%
Seventh Day Adventist
10
247
81%
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
1
119
2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in South Carolina?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in South Carolina is Carolina Christian Academy.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in South Carolina?
317 religiously affiliated private schools are located in South Carolina.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in South Carolina?
The average tuition cost is $7,936, which is lower than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $9,669.

Recent Articles

How Much Unstructured Time Does Your Child Have?
How Much Unstructured Time Does Your Child Have?
Learn why unstructured time matters during a private school day, how recess, lunch, free periods, and transitions affect students, and what parents should evaluate before enrolling.
What Happens When Bullying Continues Outside School?
What Happens When Bullying Continues Outside School?
Learn how private schools may respond when bullying continues through social media, texts, gaming, and off-campus activities, and what parents should document, report, and expect.
How Private Schools Handle Food Allergies
How Private Schools Handle Food Allergies
Learn how private schools manage food allergies, from emergency plans and epinephrine access to cafeteria procedures, staff training, field trips, and the questions parents should verify before enrolling their child.

Quick Links

SCHOOL SEARCH TOOLS:
SCHOOL BY TYPE (SC):
OPEN-HOUSES & JOBS:
PUBLIC & BOARDING SCHOOLS:
PRIVATE SCHOOL DATA:

Most Popular Articles

2025-26 Best SSAT Prep Courses Reviewed
2025-26 Best SSAT Prep Courses Reviewed
 School Rankings by Category
School Rankings by Category
Financial Aid for Private Schools: 2026 Parent Guide
Financial Aid for Private Schools: 2026 Parent Guide

More Articles

Advanced Learning Frameworks
Excellence in School Security
Timeless School Insights
Expert School Views
The Journey to Enrollment