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Best South Carolina Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 15 private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) serving 6,649 students in South Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in South Carolina.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in South Carolina include Spartanburg Day School, Pinewood Preparatory School, and Mead Hall Episcopal School.
The average tuition cost is $16,280, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,435.
27% of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 15

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 15

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in South Carolina (2026-27)

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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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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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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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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Mead Hall Episcopal School Photo
Mead Hall Episcopal School
Gr: PK-12 | 367 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 9
Episcopal
129 Pendleton Street, SW
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 648-3223
(2)
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Montessori School Of Columbia Photo
Montessori School Of Columbia
Gr: NS-6 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Extracurriculars: 11
Montessori School
411 South Maple Street
Columbia, SC 29205
(803) 783-8838
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Pinewood Preparatory School Photo
Pinewood Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 661 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 27
1114 Orangeburg Road
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 873-1643
(7)
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St. Joseph's Catholic School Photo
St. Joseph's Catholic School
Gr: 6-12 | 605 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 18
Catholic
100 Saint Joseph's Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
(864) 234-9009
(3)
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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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Trinity Collegiate School Photo
Trinity Collegiate School
Gr: 6-12 | 403 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 17
5001 Hoffmeyer Rd
Darlington, SC 29532
(843) 395-9124
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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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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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Sandhills School Photo
Sandhills School
Gr: 1-12 | 109 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 4
Special Education School
1500 Hallbrook Dr
Columbia, SC 29209
(803) 695-1400
(2)
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Trident Academy Photo
Trident Academy
Gr: K-12 | 64 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 6
Special Education School
1455 Wakendaw Rd
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 884-7046
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in South Carolina?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in South Carolina include Spartanburg Day School, Pinewood Preparatory School, and Mead Hall Episcopal School.
How many private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are located in South Carolina?
15 private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are located in South Carolina.
How much do private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) cost in South Carolina?
The average tuition cost is $16,280, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,435.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in South Carolina?
South Carolina private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are approximately 13% minority students, which is lower than the South Carolina private school average of 19%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are religiously affiliated in South Carolina?
27% of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).
15
Private Schools
6,649
Students
$16,280
Avg. Tuition
13%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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