Needs Improvement
#189 of 192 private schools in SC
Abiding Peace Academy
Elementary School
401 BATESVILLE RD, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#189 of 192
In Simpsonville
#4 of 4
public schools
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Abiding Peace Academy
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About Abiding Peace Academy
Abiding Peace Academy is a private elementary school in Simpsonville, SC. Abiding Peace Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Abiding Peace Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Abiding Peace Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Abiding Peace Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Abiding Peace Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Simpsonville, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abiding Peace Academy (this school) | 3.8 |
| Oakview Elementary | 8.0 |
| Monarch Elementary | 8.1 |
| Mauldin Elementary | 6.5 |
| Mauldin Middle | 5.5 |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary | 7.7 |
| Bethel Elementary | 7.0 |
| Hillcrest Middle | 6.0 |
| Ruldolph G. Gordon School at Jones Mill | 6.9 |
| Simpsonville Elementary | 6.9 |
| Plain Elementary | 7.3 |
| Bryson Middle | 3.9 |
| Bryson Elementary | 6.4 |
| Ralph Chandler Middle | 5.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SC.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in SC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
401 BATESVILLE RD, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Abiding Peace Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakview Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIVE OAKS ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Simpsonville, see our Simpsonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakview Elementary Simpsonville | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| GREENVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Simpsonville | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Simpsonville | 1.2 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SIMPSONVILLE AT FIVE FORKS Simpsonville | 1.1 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Simpsonville | 1.3 mi | — |
| SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Simpsonville | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Monarch Elementary Simpsonville | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Langston Charter Middle Greenville | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Greenville | 2.7 mi | — |
| Mauldin Elementary Simpsonville | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST Greenville | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary Simpsonville | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Mauldin Middle Simpsonville | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| GREEN Upstate High School Greenville Simpsonville | 3.1 mi | — |
| FIVE OAKS ACADEMY Simpsonville | 4.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Mauldin High Mauldin | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Bethel Elementary Simpsonville | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Greer | 4.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Hillcrest Middle Simpsonville | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Woodland Elementary Greer | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29681 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,694
Median Home Value
$325,700
Median Rent
$1,615/mo
Population
67,657
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
38.2
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|---|---|
| WESTMINSTER WEEKDAY SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 3.8 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY EDUCATION North Augusta, SC | 4.1 |
| Plantersville Elementary Digital Immersion Georgetown, SC | 3.4 |
| Rosenwald Elementary/Middle Society Hill, SC | 4.2 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Andrews, SC | 4.3 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY DOWNTOWN Greenville, SC | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Abiding Peace Academy
What grades does Abiding Peace Academy serve?
Abiding Peace Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Abiding Peace Academy?
Abiding Peace Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Abiding Peace Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Abiding Peace Academy is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Abiding Peace Academy rank in SC?
Abiding Peace Academy ranks #189 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Abiding Peace Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Abiding Peace Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Abiding Peace Academy a private school?
Yes, Abiding Peace Academy is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Abiding Peace Academy a religious school?
Abiding Peace Academy has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Greenville County
- Phone
- (864) 288-4867
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