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Top 10 Best South Carolina Private Elementary Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 24 private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 9,629 students in South Carolina. You can also find more schools membership associations in South Carolina.
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina include Spartanburg Day School, Hammond School, and Christ Church Episcopal School.
The average tuition cost is $20,384, which is higher than the South Carolina private elementary school average tuition cost of $8,332.
29% of private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Christian).

Top Ranked Private Elementary Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in South Carolina (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Hammond School
Hammond School Photo
(5)
854 Galway Lane
Columbia, SC 29209
(803) 776-0295
Grades: PK-12
| 1,015 students
Ashley Hall
Ashley Hall Photo
All-girls
(8)
172 Rutledge Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-4088
Grades: PK-12
| 728 students
Cambridge Academy
(1)
103 Eastman St
Greenwood, SC 29649
(864) 229-2875
Grades: PK-12
| 369 students
Camden Military Academy
Camden Military Academy Photo - Class in action!
All-boys
(2)
520 Highway 1 N
Camden, SC 29020
(803) 432-6001
Grades: 7-12
| 267 students
2024 Academy Rd
Johns Island, SC 29455
(843) 559-5506
Grades: PK-12
| 342 students
Charleston Day School
(5)
15 Archdale St
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 377-0315
Grades: K-8
| 257 students
Christ Church Episcopal School
Christ Church Episcopal School Photo - The thriving arts program gives ample opportunity for the development of creative expression, risk-taking, and poise. Every student is given the opportunity to speak and perform publicly. Several renowned visiting artists work with students each year.
(Episcopal)
(3)
245 Cavalier Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
(864) 299-1522
Grades: K-12
| 1,214 students
First Baptist School
(Baptist)
(2)
48 Meeting St
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 722-6646
Grades: PK-12
| 497 students
First Presbyterian Academy Downtown
First Presbyterian Academy Downtown Photo - Our teachers are dedicated to a loving, Christ-centered environment.
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
200 W Washington St
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 565-0991
Grades: PK-1
| 166 students
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School
(Episcopal)
3000 S Beltline Blvd
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 765-2309
Grades: NS-12
| 877 students
Heritage Academy
Heritage Academy Photo - Welcome to Hilton Head Island!
(2)
11 New Orleans Rd
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
(843) 842-8600
Grades: 6-12
| 115 students
8 Fox Grape Rd
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
(843) 671-2286
Grades: PK-12
| 437 students
Mason Preparatory School
Mason Preparatory School Photo
(12)
56 Halsey Blvd
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 723-0664
Grades: PK-8
| 306 students
O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant
O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant Photo - Teachers at O'Quinn provide a nurturing environment for student-centered learning that fosters each child's self-worth and potential for endless growth.
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
761 S. Shelmore Blvd.
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 881-8506
Grades: PK-1
| 298 students
Porter-Gaud School
Porter-Gaud School Photo - From the earliest grades to the Upper School, Porter-Gaud students learn from faculty members whose love of their subject areas is infectious.
(Episcopal)
300 Albemarle Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-3620
Grades: 1-12
| 1,059 students
Spartanburg Day School
Spartanburg Day School Photo
(3)
1701 Skylyn Drive
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 582-7539
Grades: PK-12
| 548 students
University School of The Lowcountry
University School of The Lowcountry Photo - Visiting Shem Creek is a favorite activity for USL students.
Special Program Emphasis
(9)
690 Coleman Blvd.
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 884-0902
Grades: 3-12
| 78 students
Wilson Hall
Wilson Hall Photo
520 Wilson Hall Road
Sumter, SC 29150
(803) 469-3475
Grades: PK-12
| 802 students
Beaufort Academy
Beaufort Academy Photo
240 Sams Point Rd
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 524-3393
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Colonial Christian Academy
(Christian)
1110 Meeting St
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 796-7025
Grades: 2-12
| 7 students
Glenforest School
Special Education School
1041 Harbor Dr
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 796-7622
Grades: K-12
| 61 students
Hope Christian Academy
Special Education School (Christian)
545 Alexander Cir
Columbia, SC 29206
(803) 790-4028
Grades: 3-12
| 6 students
Sandhills School
Sandhills School Photo
Special Education School
(2)
1500 Hallbrook Dr
Columbia, SC 29209
(803) 695-1400
Grades: 1-12
| 109 students
Trident Academy
Trident Academy Photo - Trident's teachers attend to each student's individual learning needs at their pace and their level in order to build a strong foundation for life.
Special Education School
1455 Wakendaw Rd
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 884-7046
Grades: K-12
| 71 students

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