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The Barclay School

4704 Colonial Dr Columbia, SC 29203
Tel: (803) 629-6318
thebarclayschool.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked SC School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • The Barclay School serves 19 students in grades Inquire with school, is a member of the Other special emphasis association(s) and the State or regional independent school association.
  • The student:teacher of The Barclay School is 3:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked SC School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

The Barclay School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Lowest average acceptance rates
School History
Oldest founding date
School Resources
Largest endowments

School Facts

School Type
Special Education School
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Other special emphasis association(s)
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeThe Barclay School
51
81
Ungraded17
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Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
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Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
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 -
    • Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Barclay School cost?
The Barclay School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Barclay School?
The acceptance rate of The Barclay School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. The Barclay School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in South Carolina with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from The Barclay School?
The Barclay School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner.
What is The Barclay School's ranking?
The Barclay School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for The Barclay School?
The application deadline for The Barclay School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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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).

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