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Best South Carolina Private Schools Belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 36 private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) serving 11,450 students in South Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in South Carolina.
The top ranked private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) in South Carolina include University School of The Lowcountry, Ben Lippen School, and Oakbrook Preparatory School.
The average tuition cost is $13,607, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,435.
61% of private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 36

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 36

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

Map of Einstein Academy
Einstein Academy
Gr: 1-8 | 15 students
Special Education School
847 Cleveland St
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 269-8999
(1)
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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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Beverly White Photo
Beverly White
Gr: NS-12 | 8 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Christian
PO Box 413
Belton, SC 29627
(864) 381-5248
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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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Cardinal Newman School Photo
Cardinal Newman School
Gr: 7-12 | 563 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 23
Catholic
2945 Alpine Rd
Columbia, SC 29223
(803) 782-2814
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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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First Presbyterian Academy Photo
First Presbyterian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 579 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 17
829 Garlington Road
Greenville, SC 29615
(864) 678-5107
(3)
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Florence Christian School Photo
Florence Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 604 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 6
Baptist
101 Frank Monroe Drive
Florence, SC 29505
(843) 662-0454
(13)
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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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Hilton Head Christian Academy Photo
Hilton Head Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 664 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 28
Alternative School (Christian)
3088 Bluffton Parkway
Bluffton, SC 29910
(843) 681-2878
(3)
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Holy Trinity Classical Christian School Photo
Holy Trinity Classical Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 378 students
Sports: 9
Christian
302 Burroughs Ave
Beaufort, SC 29902
(843) 522-0660
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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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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 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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Oakbrook Preparatory School Photo
Oakbrook Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 407 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 14
Christian
190 Lincoln School Road
Spartanburg, SC 29301
(864) 587-2060
(3)
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Risen Christ Christian Academy Photo
Risen Christ Christian Academy
Gr: PK-1 | 109 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 7
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
10595 N. Kings Hwy.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
(843) 272-8163
(2)
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Map of South Aiken Baptist Christian School
South Aiken Baptist Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 283 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 10
Baptist
980 Dougherty Rd
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 648-7871
(3)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) in South Carolina?
The top ranked private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) in South Carolina include University School of The Lowcountry, Ben Lippen School, and Oakbrook Preparatory School.
How many private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) are located in South Carolina?
36 private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) are located in South Carolina.
How much do private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) cost in South Carolina?
The average tuition cost is $13,607, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,435.
How diverse are private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) in South Carolina?
South Carolina private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) are approximately 13% minority students, which is lower than the South Carolina private school average of 19%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) are religiously affiliated in South Carolina?
61% of private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
36
Private Schools
11,450
Students
$13,607
Avg. Tuition
13%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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