St. Peters Academy serves 37 students in grades Prekindergarten-1. The student:teacher of St.
Peters Academy is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is African Methodist Episcopal.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked SC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Peters Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Resources
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Peters Academy cost?
St. Peters Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Peters Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Peters Academy is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. St. Peters Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in South Carolina with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from St. Peters Academy?
St. Peters Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is St. Peters Academy's ranking?
St. Peters Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for St. Peters Academy?
The application deadline for St. Peters Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Peters Academy is Bishop England High School (4.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Charleston Bilingual Academy (0.5 miles away)
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Charleston Bilingual Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
5032 Lackawanna Blvd
North Charleston, SC 29405
(779) 843-7792
North Charleston, SC 29405
(779) 843-7792
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 99 students
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(Catholic)
3921 Saint John's Ave
North Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 744-3901
North Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 744-3901
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 59 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
1179 Remount Road
Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 952-3839
Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 952-3839
1.7 miles
Gr: K-4 | 21 students Avg. class size: 5 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3377 Ridgeway St
North Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 744-5087
North Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 744-5087
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 62 students Avg. class size: 18 students
1104 Fort Dr
Hanahan, SC 29410
(843) 553-1521
Hanahan, SC 29410
(843) 553-1521
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 154 students
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