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Best 29204 South Carolina Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 457 students in 29204, SC (there are 10 public schools, serving 4,058 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 29204, SC are educated in private schools (compared to the SC state average of 8%).
The top ranked private school in 29204, SC is Eastminster Day School.
60% of private schools in 29204, SC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Presbyterian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 29204 South Carolina Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Eastminster Day School
Eastminster Day School
Gr: PK-K | 241 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
3200 Trenholm Rd
Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 771-1512
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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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Harmony School
Gr: PK-5 | 63 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
3737 Covenant Rd
Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 787-1899
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Map of Jubilee Academy
Jubilee Academy
Gr: PK-3 | 20 students
Montessori School (Christian)
3390 Pine Belt Rd
Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 787-3009
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Map of St. Martin De Porres School
St. Martin De Porres School
Gr: PK-4 | 63 students
Catholic
2225 Hampton St
Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 254-5477
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 29204, SC?
The top ranked private schools in 29204, SC is Eastminster Day School.
How many private schools are located in 29204?
5 private schools are located in 29204.
How diverse are private schools in 29204?
29204 private schools are approximately 39% minority students, which is higher than the South Carolina private school average of 19%.
What percentage of students in 29204 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 29204 are educated in private schools (compared to the SC state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 29204?
60% of private schools in 29204 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Presbyterian).

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