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

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 23 private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA serving 7,135 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 Schools Association (SCISA in South Carolina include Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, First Presbyterian Academy, and Ben Lippen School.
The average tuition cost is $14,862, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,435.
57% of private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 23

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 23

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools 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
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6
103 Eastman St
Greenwood, SC 29649
(864) 229-2875
(1)
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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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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 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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Spartanburg Christian Academy Photo
Spartanburg Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 703 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 40
Baptist
8740 Asheville Hwy
Boiling Springs, SC 29316
(864) 578-4238
(1)
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Beaufort Academy Photo
Beaufort Academy
Gr: PK-12
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 4
240 Sams Point Rd
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 524-3393
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Camperdown Academy Photo
Camperdown Academy
Gr: 1-8 | 182 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 1
Special Education School
65 Verdae Commons Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
(864) 244-8899
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Map of Center For Learning Inc
Center For Learning Inc
Gr: K-5 | 70 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
2729 Covenant Rd
Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 254-0068
(1)
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Charleston Christian School Photo
Charleston Christian School
Gr: K-8 | 158 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
Christian
1101 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-4480
(3)
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Charleston Classical School Photo
Charleston Classical School
Gr: K-4 | 21 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
1179 Remount Road
Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 952-3839
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA in South Carolina?
The top ranked private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA in South Carolina include Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, First Presbyterian Academy, and Ben Lippen School.
How many private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA are located in South Carolina?
23 private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA are located in South Carolina.
How much do private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA cost in South Carolina?
The average tuition cost is $14,862, 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 Schools Association (SCISA in South Carolina?
South Carolina private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the South Carolina private school average of 19%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA are religiously affiliated in South Carolina?
57% of private schools belonging to South Carolina Independent Schools Association (SCISA in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).
23
Private Schools
7,135
Students
$14,862
Avg. Tuition
12%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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