St. Martin De Porres School

St. Martin de Porres Catholic School, a ministry of St. Martin de Porres Parish, continues the tradition of providing a Christian educational environment for 3 year olds - Fifth Grade.
Small class sizes allow for individualized instruction conducive to students needs and abilities, and incorporates the use of technology in an effort to promote academic excellence, leading to lifelong positive implications.
We foster the spiritual awareness of God's presence in each child in keeping with the culture, values, and heritage within the community it serves, through Catholic teachings.
St. Martin de Porres is a school where children, regardless of race, language or religion, are invited to be a "Shining Star.".

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 63 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Martin De Porres School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4

Student Body

Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
St. Martin De Porres School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • St. Martin de Porres Catholic School, a ministry of St. Martin de Porres Parish, continues the tradition of providing a Christian educational environment for 3 year olds - Fifth Grade. Small class sizes allow for individualized instruction conducive to students needs and abilities, and incorporates the use of technology in an effort to promote academic excellence, leading to lifelong positive implications. We foster the spiritual awareness of God's presence in each child in keeping with the culture, values, and heritage within the community it serves, through Catholic teachings. St. Martin de Porres is a school where children, regardless of race, language or religion, are invited to be a "Shining Star."
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Martin De Porres School often compared to?
St. Martin De Porres School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Martin De Porres School?
The application deadline for St. Martin De Porres School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Martin De Porres School located?
St. Martin De Porres School is located in the Waverly neighborhood of Columbia, SC.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 63 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Columbia, SC is $11,812 for elementary schools and $12,853 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Columbia, SC is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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