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South Carolina Private Elementary Schools By Tuition Cost

Name: South Carolina Average Tuition Cost Trends (Elementary)
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The average private elementary school tuition in South Carolina is $9,363 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school with the lowest tuition is Bread Of Life Christian Academy, with a tuition of $2,200.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# SC Schools Ranked: 146
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $2,200–$3,999
SC School Avg.: $9,363
National School Avg.: $10,506

Quick Facts (26-27)

# SC Schools Ranked: 146
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $2,200–$3,999
SC School Avg.: $9,363
National School Avg.: $10,506

South Carolina Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

Total Growth: +28.5% (+$2,269 since 2015)

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Year	National avg	South Carolina (SC) avg	YoY Change ($)	YoY Change (%)
2025	$14,043	$10,219	▲ +$385	▲ +3.9%
2024	$13,682	$9,834	▲ +$194	▲ +2.0%
2023	$13,130	$9,640	▲ +$301	▲ +3.2%
2022	$12,589	$9,339	▲ +$376	▲ +4.2%
2021	$12,335	$8,963	▲ +$252	▲ +2.9%
2020	$12,023	$8,711	▲ +$91	▲ +1.1%
2019	$11,773	$8,620	▲ +$174	▲ +2.1%
2018	$11,504	$8,446	▲ +$87	▲ +1.0%
2017	$11,214	$8,359	▲ +$319	▲ +4.0%
2016	$10,830	$8,040	▲ +$90	▲ +1.1%
2015	$10,424	$7,950	—	—

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Tuition Cost Range: $2,200 $5,000 Avg. Tuition Cost: $3,772

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the South Carolina average private elementary schools tuition?

The South Carolina average private elementary schools tuition is $9,669 for 2026-27.

What are the private elementary schools with the lowest tuition cost in South Carolina?

The top ranked private elementary schools in South Carolina include Bread Of Life Christian Academy, Lakeview Christian School and Newberry Christian Academy.

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