Excellent
#5 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 2% of private schools
Cardinal Newman School
High School
2945 ALPINE RD, Columbia, SC 29223
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#5 of 192
In Columbia
#2 of 13
public schools
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Cardinal Newman School
High School in Columbia · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cardinal Newman School
Cardinal Newman School is a private high school in Columbia, SC. Cardinal Newman School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Newman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- SC avg 7.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Cardinal Newman School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cardinal Newman 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 Cardinal Newman School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman School (this school) | 8.4 |
| E. L. Wright Middle | 5.9 |
| Richland Northeast High | 7.8 |
| Dent Middle | 6.5 |
| Spring Valley High | 7.3 |
| W.J. Keenan High | 7.5 |
| SC Whitmore School | 5.6 |
| W. G. Sanders Middle | 7.0 |
| Pendergrass Fairwold School | 6.8 |
| Crayton Middle | 8.4 |
| Summit Parkway Middle | 5.0 |
| Longleaf Middle | 5.9 |
| Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy | 4.8 |
| A. C. Flora High | 8.3 |
| Ridge View High | 7.4 |
| W. A. Perry Middle | 4.1 |
| Alcorn Middle | 4.4 |
| C. A. Johnson High | 6.5 |
| Dreher High | 8.7 |
| Richland One Charter Middle College | 7.7 |
| Eau Claire High | 6.7 |
Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Columbia
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.
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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
2945 ALPINE RD, Columbia, SC 29223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardinal Newman School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Richland Northeast High (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is W.J. Keenan High (rated 7.5/10, 4.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Spring Valley High (rated 7.3/10, 3.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E. L. Wright Middle Columbia | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Polo Road Elementary Columbia | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Windsor Elementary Columbia | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| L. W. Conder Elementary Columbia | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Richland Northeast High Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| MISSION HOPE FOUNDATION Columbia | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Jackson Creek Elementary Columbia | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Joseph Keels Elementary Columbia | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Dent Middle Columbia | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Forest Lake Elementary Columbia | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| L. B. Nelson Elementary Columbia | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Spring Valley High Columbia | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CUTLER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Columbia | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Killian Elementary Columbia | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Satchel Ford Elementary Columbia | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| W.J. Keenan High Columbia | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Brockman Elementary Columbia | 4.6 mi | 8.9 |
| North Springs Elementary Columbia | 5.0 mi | 6.1 |
| A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary Columbia | 4.3 mi | 3.4 |
| LAKE MURRAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 5.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,300
Median Home Value
$183,800
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
52,835
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Branchville High Branchville, SC | 8.4 |
| Woodland High Dorchester, SC | 8.4 |
| Buford High Lancaster, SC | 8.3 |
| Edisto High Cordova, SC | 8.3 |
| Lewisville High Richburg, SC | 8.2 |
| Mayo High For Math Science & Technology Darlington, SC | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardinal Newman School
What grades does Cardinal Newman School serve?
Cardinal Newman School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Cardinal Newman School?
Cardinal Newman School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Newman School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Newman School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cardinal Newman School rank in SC?
Cardinal Newman School ranks #5 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Cardinal Newman School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardinal Newman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cardinal Newman School a private school?
Yes, Cardinal Newman School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cardinal Newman School a religious school?
Cardinal Newman School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 495
- Gender Split
- 20% M / 80% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (803) 782-2814
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