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Very Good

#26 of 192 private schools in SC

Top 13% of private schools

Camperdown Academy

Middle School

65 VERDAE COMMONS DR, Greenville, SC 29607

Private

Enrollment

186

Student-Teacher

3.9:1

Score

7.8

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#26 of 192

In Greenville

#2 of 16

public schools

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Camperdown Academy

7.8/10

Middle School in Greenville · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Camperdown Academy

Camperdown Academy is a private middle school in Greenville, SC. Camperdown Academy serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Camperdown Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares2.5 pts above SC schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • SC avg 5.3

What Parents Should Know

At 186 students, Camperdown 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.

At 3.9:1 students to teachers, Camperdown Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Camperdown 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 Camperdown Academy compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Greenville, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.9:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
186
This School
vs
740
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
Asian 0.5% vs 0%
Camperdown Academy Greenville Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Camperdown Academy (this school) 7.8
Beck International Academy 5.8
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle 5.9
Sara Collins Elementary 7.0
Washington Center 4.0
Sterling School 8.7
Cyber Academy of South Carolina 5.3
Blythe Academy 7.9
Greenville Middle Academy 6.4
East North Street Academy 6.4
Pelham Road Elementary 8.1
GREEN Charter School 8.3
LEAD Academy 7.1
Augusta Circle Elementary 8.4
Hughes Academy of Science and Technology 6.1
Mitchell Road Elementary 7.3
Lake Forest Elementary 6.5
Summit Drive Elementary 7.6
League Academy 6.3
Stone Academy 8.4
A.J. Whittenberg Elementary 7.4

Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Greenville

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)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,277.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 10%
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 186
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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 94.6%
Hispanic 2.2%
Black 1.6%
Two or More 1.1%
Asian 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

65 VERDAE COMMONS DR, Greenville, SC 29607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Camperdown Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Greenville Middle Academy (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Beck International Academy (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.1 mi 6.1
J. L. Mann High Academy Greenville 1.4 mi 7.2
Beck International Academy Greenville 1.3 mi 5.8
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle Greenville 1.5 mi 5.9
Sara Collins Elementary Greenville 1.6 mi 7.0
Washington Center Greenville 1.7 mi 4.0
Sterling School Greenville 1.8 mi 8.7
CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Greenville 2.2 mi 6.0
Greenville Technical Charter High School Greenville 2.0 mi 9.4
WHEATLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Greenville 2.0 mi
Cyber Academy of South Carolina Greenville 2.4 mi 5.3
EINSTEIN ACADEMY Greenville 2.3 mi
FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Greenville 2.3 mi
Greenville Middle Academy Greenville 2.7 mi 6.4
East North Street Academy Greenville 2.8 mi 6.4
LEAD Academy Greenville 3.0 mi 7.1
Pelham Road Elementary Greenville 2.8 mi 8.1
Blythe Academy Greenville 2.7 mi 7.9
VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville 2.7 mi 6.3
Overbrook Child Development Center Greenville 2.9 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,249

Median Home Value

$315,100

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Population

43,325

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

45.6%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

34.8

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

School Rating
Williston-Elko Middle Williston, SC 7.8
Bamberg-Ehrhardt Middle Bamberg, SC 7.9
Spaulding Middle Lamar, SC 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Camperdown Academy

What grades does Camperdown Academy serve?

Camperdown Academy serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Camperdown Academy?

Camperdown Academy has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Camperdown Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Camperdown Academy is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Camperdown Academy rank in SC?

Camperdown Academy ranks #26 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Camperdown Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Camperdown Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Camperdown Academy a private school?

Yes, Camperdown 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 Camperdown Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
186
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Small City
County
Greenville County

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