St. John Neumann Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked SC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 293 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,967
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. John Neumann Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. John Neumann Catholic School
Pre-K	52
Kind	29
1	41
2	29
3	37
4	28
5	37
6	40

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Discovery Center aids with enrichment in reading and math

Year Founded

1986

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1999, 2010

Student Body

Total Students

293 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

31%

State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

38 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

55%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

school uniform required

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,967

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Tuition Notes

Tuition rates vary for PreSchool and K-6th, as well as for Parishioners and Non-Parishioners.

Admissions Associate

Holly Argetsinger

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

BasketballGolf

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

19 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Boys' ClubCheer

ChessChess Club

Cooking and CraftsESOL Club

Girls' ClubLEGO & Science Club

Math ClubPokemon Club

Rosary ClubSpanish elective

Young Scientist

Arts and Music Programs:

DramaStories & Art

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Genova KarateGolf Squad

Soccer TrainingSpeed & Agility

School Notes

St. John Neumann Catholic School, serving the PreSchool through 6th grade community in the Greater Columbia area, nurtures and inspires the spiritual and intellectual development of students of all faiths.The faculty and staff of St. John Neumann Catholic School understand that each student`s learning style is unique and follow a Differentiated Instruction curriculum. We believe that St. John Neumann School is a Catholic education community dedicated to the mission entrusted by Jesus Christ to the Church.
Our community provides an environment that helps to instill sound ideals, morals, and values as guided by the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

School Mascot: Eagles

St. John Neumann Catholic School, serving the PreSchool through 6th grade community in the Greater Columbia area, nurtures and inspires the spiritual and intellectual development of students of all faiths.The faculty and staff of St. John Neumann Catholic School understand that each student`s learning style is unique. We follow a Differentiated Instruction curriculum using two standardized tests, Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) and Measures of Academic Progress (MAP), to guide instruction. Teachers employ Cross-Curricular Learning for students in all grades to emphasize the importance of learning across all subject areas.Special areas, including Art, Music, P.E., Library, Computer Lab, Science Lab, and Foreign Language, supplement our primary curriculum and are enjoyed by all students in PreSchool through 6th grade.
We believe that St. John Neumann School is a Catholic education community dedicated to the mission entrusted by Jesus Christ to the Church. Our community provides an environment that helps to instill sound ideals, morals, and values as guided by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. To bring this about, we work toward developing a program that will acknowledge and accept the responsibility to nurture that academic, spiritual, cultural, and physical growth of each student while allowing him to advance according to his own unique and personal talents. Parent involvement and volunteerism help us achieve that goal. St. John Neumann School strives to continue its strong tradition of excellence by guiding its students to become involved members of their church and society. Service to the school, parish, and community is an integral part of life at St. John Neumann.
St. John Neumann is a Certified SC Green Steps School. Our students enjoy and maintain a large school garden, experience instruction in our outdoor classroom, and participate in many school-wide environmental initiatives. Our Discovery Center is dedicated to both reinforcement and enrichment activities for our students, to help each child reach his or her academic potential. We offer an Advanced Math program for qualifying students and an Accelerated Reader program for students in 1st-6th grades. Technology is an integral part of our curriculum, including iPads, SMART Boards, and an Apple computer lab.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. John Neumann Catholic School cost?

St. John Neumann Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,967 for private students.

What sports does St. John Neumann Catholic School offer?

St. John Neumann Catholic School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Golf.

What is St. John Neumann Catholic School's ranking?

St. John Neumann Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for St. John Neumann Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. John Neumann Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event

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No School-Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (5 reviews)

5 1/6/2020

SjN school is providing a great environment for students and their families.

- Posted by Parent - Parent

5 9/4/2019

This is our family's tenth year at St. John Neumann School, and we love to see the happy, positive, supportive and safe environment at our school. The curriculum, student focused learning, and all-around educational and Catholic environment are our favorite things about SJN.The faculty, staff and administration are caring, enthusiastic and wonderful examples for our boys.#teamSJN #SJNWorldClass

- Posted by Parent - Hitchcock Family

5 9/4/2019

My experience with SJN has been wonderful. I am impressed with the quality of the overall academic program, the teachers, school administration, and the facility itself. My daughter is consistently engaged and excited to go to school. In addition to learning the basic courses of science, math, and reading/writing, she is also exposed to religion, art, music, and sports. The school administration is organized and communicates well with parents. Overall, SJN is truly focused on the safety and success of all their students!

- Posted by Parent - Jacqueline Mazza

5 8/28/2019

We absolutely love SJN Catholic School! Both of our children attend school here. I feel fully confident that they are receiving the most loving, caring, supportive, spiritually fulfilling, and safe environment possible. We wouldn't choose any other school!

- Posted by Parent - Nicole White

5 3/9/2018

Our son has been enrolled for 2 years now at SJN and we continue to see academic, spiritual and personal growth. We are very pleased with the administration, principal, faculty and school. SJN continues to strive for excellence and we are very happy to be a part of this wonderful community.

- Posted by Parent - Kimberly Murphy

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The average private school tuition in Columbia, SC is $13,317 for elementary schools and $14,535 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Columbia, SC is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).