St. Peters Catholic School

St. Peter’s Catholic School exists to provide an atmosphere of Catholic, Christian community in which faith is integrated in math, science, social studies, art, music, library, physical education, and technology.
Our education emphasizes Catholic, Christian values and prioritizes eternal values over temporal concerns.
St. Peter’s Catholic School offers a program to all students that is academically rigorous and spiritually enriching.
Our curriculum is guided by the Diocese of Charleston Standards while transitioning to the Common Core State Standards program which leads to the development of culturally literate students who have mastered the blend of content, concepts, and skills which defines the educated person.
Our middle school program offers high school credit courses in Algebra I and II, Spanish I and II and Physical Science to students who have demonstrated the ability to complete these courses at an appropriate level of achievement.
Starting in K-4 and continuing thru eighth grade, the Spanish program affords graduating middle school students the opportunity to be bilingual.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked SC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 230 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,400
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1992

Student Body

Total Students
230 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
St. Peters Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
40%
Admissions Director
Joseph R. Benning

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art Club, Digger's Club, Drama Club, Geography club, Green Club, Yearbook

School Notes

  • St. Peter’s Catholic School exists to provide an atmosphere of Catholic, Christian community in which faith is integrated in math, science, social studies, art, music, library, physical education, and technology. Our education emphasizes Catholic, Christian values and prioritizes eternal values over temporal concerns. St. Peter’s Catholic School offers a program to all students that is academically rigorous and spiritually enriching. Our curriculum is guided by the Diocese of Charleston Standards while transitioning to the Common Core State standards program which leads to the development of culturally literate students who have mastered the blend of content, concepts, and skills which defines the educated person. Our middle school program offers high school credit courses in Algebra I and II, Spanish I and II and Physical Science to students who have demonstrated the ability to complete these courses at an appropriate level of achievement. Starting in K-3 and continuing thru eighth grade, the Spanish program affords graduating middle school students the opportunity to be bilingual.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Peters Catholic School cost?
St. Peters Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,400 for private students.
What schools are St. Peters Catholic School often compared to?
St. Peters Catholic Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaufort Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Peters Catholic School offer?
St. Peters Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country and Soccer.
What is St. Peters Catholic School's ranking?
St. Peters Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for St. Peters Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Peters Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked SC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 230 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,400
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Beaufort County, SC is $8,767 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Beaufort County, SC is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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