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#136 of 192 private schools in SC

Cambridge Academy

School

103 EASTMAN ST, Greenwood, SC 29649

Private

Enrollment

264

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#136 of 192

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Cambridge Academy

5.6/10

School in Greenwood · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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6.6/10

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About Cambridge Academy

Cambridge Academy is a private school in Greenwood, SC. Cambridge Academy serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cambridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares0.6 pts below SC schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • SC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Cambridge 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

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How Cambridge Academy compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Greenwood, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
264
This School
vs
682
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.7% vs 0%
Black 1.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%
Cambridge Academy Greenwood Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Cambridge Academy (this school) 5.6
Lakeview Elementary 5.2
Emerald High 6.6
Greenwood High 6.8
Pinecrest Elementary 3.6
Northside Middle 3.5
Merrywood Elementary 6.8
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary 4.7
Mathews Elementary 6.5
Westview Middle 5.8
Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary 6.3
Brewer Middle 5.2
Woodfields Elementary 4.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,242.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 264
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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)

White 91.7%
Asian 2.7%
Two or More 2.3%
Black 1.9%
Hispanic 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

103 EASTMAN ST, Greenwood, SC 29649

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cambridge Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ware Shoals High (rated 8.3/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Ware Shoals), which scores notably higher. Another option is Abbeville High (rated 8.0/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Abbeville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ninety Six High (rated 7.4/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Ninety Six), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenwood, see our Greenwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakeview Elementary Greenwood 0.3 mi 5.2
Emerald High Greenwood 1.6 mi 6.6
Greenwood High Greenwood 1.8 mi 6.8
Northside Middle Greenwood 2.2 mi 3.5
Pinecrest Elementary Greenwood 2.0 mi 3.6
Merrywood Elementary Greenwood 2.3 mi 6.8
Eleanor S. Rice Elementary Greenwood 3.4 mi 4.7
Westview Middle Greenwood 4.3 mi 5.8
Dr. Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Greenwood 4.4 mi 6.3
Mathews Elementary Greenwood 4.0 mi 6.5
Brewer Middle Greenwood 5.0 mi 5.2
Woodfields Elementary Greenwood 5.3 mi 4.5
Hodges Elementary Hodges 6.1 mi 7.3
Long Cane Primary Abbeville 8.9 mi 7.2
Abbeville High Abbeville 10.2 mi 8.0
Ninety Six Primary Ninety Six 10.4 mi 6.8
Edgewood Middle Ninety Six 10.6 mi 5.7
Ninety Six High Ninety Six 10.6 mi 7.4
Ware Shoals High Ware Shoals 12.7 mi 8.3
Ware Shoals Elementary Middle Ware Shoals 13.0 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29649 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,268

Median Home Value

$207,700

Median Rent

$937/mo

Population

25,762

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

37.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LAKE POINTE ACADEMY York, SC 5.5
MARLBORO ACADEMY Bennettsville, SC 5.4
THE KING'S ACADEMY Florence, SC 5.8
CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway, SC 5.3
CAROLINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster, SC 5.9
ST JOHN'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Moncks Corner, SC 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cambridge Academy

What grades does Cambridge Academy serve?

Cambridge Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Cambridge Academy?

Cambridge Academy has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Academy is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cambridge Academy rank in SC?

Cambridge Academy ranks #136 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Cambridge Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Cambridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cambridge Academy a private school?

Yes, Cambridge Academy is a private coeducational 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 Cambridge Academy a religious school?

No, Cambridge Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
264
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Greenwood County

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