Average
#89 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 46% of private schools
Ashley Hall School
School
172 RUTLEDGE AVE, Charleston, SC 29403
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#89 of 192
In Charleston
#9 of 13
public schools
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Ashley Hall School
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About Ashley Hall School
Ashley Hall School is a private school in Charleston, SC. Ashley Hall School serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashley Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Ashley Hall School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ashley Hall School 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 Ashley Hall School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Charleston, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashley Hall School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Charleston Progressive | 5.5 |
| Mitchell Elementary | 3.9 |
| Charleston Development Academy | 4.9 |
| Memminger Elementary | 6.0 |
| Simmons Pinckney Middle | 5.1 |
| Buist Academy | 8.9 |
| Burke High | 6.9 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy | 8.2 |
| James Simons Montessori | 6.4 |
| Sanders-Clyde Elementary | 4.8 |
| Charleston Charter School for Math and Science | 7.0 |
| St. Andrew's School of Math and Science | 7.8 |
| Harbor View Elementary | 8.1 |
| Stiles Point Elementary | 8.0 |
| Murray-LaSaine Montessori | 7.2 |
| James Island Charter High | 9.1 |
| Camp Road Middle | 7.2 |
| Orange Grove Charter School | 8.5 |
| Stono Park Elementary | 4.0 |
| Carolina Voyager Charter | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Charleston
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
172 RUTLEDGE AVE, Charleston, SC 29403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ashley Hall School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL OF CHARLESTON (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PORTER-GAUD SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MASON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charleston | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Mitchell Elementary Charleston | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Charleston Progressive Charleston | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| NE MILES EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Charleston | 0.6 mi | — |
| Charleston Development Academy Charleston | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Memminger Elementary Charleston | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Simmons Pinckney Middle Charleston | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Burke High Charleston | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy Charleston | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Buist Academy Charleston | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL Charleston | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| THE CHARLESTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| James Simons Montessori Charleston | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Sanders-Clyde Elementary Charleston | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| HARVEST TIME INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Charleston | 1.1 mi | — |
| Charleston Charter School for Math and Science Charleston | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL OF CHARLESTON Charleston | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| PORTER-GAUD SCHOOL Charleston | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI Charleston | 1.9 mi | — |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Charleston | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,689
Median Home Value
$624,000
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
22,319
College Educated
56.7%
Homeownership
35.1%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
31
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST Greenville, SC | 6.5 |
| HILTON HEAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Hilton Head Island, SC | 6.6 |
| HILTON HEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hilton Head Island, SC | 6.8 |
| PALMETTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Pleasant, SC | 6.2 |
| Lowcountry Montessori School Beaufort, SC | 6.1 |
| THOMAS SUMTER ACADEMY Rembert, SC | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ashley Hall School
What grades does Ashley Hall School serve?
Ashley Hall School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Ashley Hall School?
Ashley Hall School has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ashley Hall School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ashley Hall School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ashley Hall School rank in SC?
Ashley Hall School ranks #89 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Ashley Hall School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ashley Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ashley Hall School a private school?
Yes, Ashley Hall School is a private all-girls school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ashley Hall School a religious school?
No, Ashley Hall School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 561
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Charleston County
- Phone
- (843) 722-4088
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