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#72 of 192 private schools in SC

Top 37% of private schools

Cathedral Academy

School

3790 ASHLEY PHOSPHATE RD, North Charleston, SC 29418

Private

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#72 of 192

In North Charleston

#2 of 3

public schools

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Cathedral Academy

6.8/10

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

Rb Stall High

6.3/10

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4.8/10

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About Cathedral Academy

Cathedral Academy is a private school in North Charleston, SC. Cathedral Academy serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Cathedral Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares0.6 pts above SC schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • SC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Cathedral 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 Cathedral Academy compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in North Charleston, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
This School
vs
12.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
319
This School
vs
640
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.4% vs 0%
Black 16.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.6% vs 0%
Cathedral Academy North Charleston Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Cathedral Academy (this school) 6.8
RB Stall High 6.3
Windsor Hill Arts Infused Elementary 4.8
Fort Dorchester High 7.4
Pepperhill Elementary 3.7
Palmetto Scholars Academy 7.8
River Oaks Middle 2.6
Eagle Nest Elementary 4.1
Northwoods Middle 3.9
Pinehurst Elementary 4.0
Hunley Park Elementary 5.8
Midland Park Primary 8.7
A. C. Corcoran Elementary 3.0
Lambs Elementary 6.8
Deer Park Middle 6.4
Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science 4.1
Matilda F. Dunston Elementary 3.0
W. B. Goodwin Elementary 3.9
Charleston School of the Arts 8.6
Academic Magnet High 8.3
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary 6.3

Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in North Charleston

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)
B 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 37%
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 319
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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 77.4%
Black 16.9%
Hispanic 5.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3790 ASHLEY PHOSPHATE RD, North Charleston, SC 29418

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cathedral Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Midland Park Primary (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Palmetto Scholars Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Charleston, see our North Charleston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
RB Stall High North Charleston 0.7 mi 6.3
Windsor Hill Arts Infused Elementary North Charleston 1.0 mi 4.8
Fort Dorchester High North Charleston 1.1 mi 7.4
Pepperhill Elementary North Charleston 1.3 mi 3.7
Palmetto Scholars Academy North Charleston 1.9 mi 7.8
River Oaks Middle North Charleston 2.1 mi 2.6
Eagle Nest Elementary North Charleston 2.2 mi 4.1
Hunley Park Elementary North Charleston 2.5 mi 5.8
Northwoods Middle North Charleston 2.4 mi 3.9
Pinehurst Elementary North Charleston 2.4 mi 4.0
Joseph R. Pye Elementary Ladson 2.7 mi 6.2
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Charleston 2.6 mi 9.2
Fort Dorchester Elementary Summerville 2.8 mi 6.5
Lambs Elementary North Charleston 3.1 mi 6.8
A. C. Corcoran Elementary North Charleston 3.1 mi 3.0
Midland Park Primary North Charleston 3.0 mi 8.7
Jerry Zucker Middle School of Science North Charleston 3.8 mi 4.1
Oakbrook Middle Ladson 3.5 mi 3.7
Oakbrook Elementary Ladson 3.6 mi 4.5
Deer Park Middle North Charleston 3.7 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29418 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,421

Median Home Value

$234,500

Median Rent

$1,277/mo

Population

25,589

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

55.2%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

37.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & DAYCARE Summerville, SC 6.8
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville, SC 6.7
Thornwell Charter School Clinton, SC 6.9
FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL OF CHARLESTON Charleston, SC 7.0
HILTON HEAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Hilton Head Island, SC 6.6
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST Greenville, SC 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cathedral Academy

What grades does Cathedral Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Cathedral Academy?

Cathedral Academy has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cathedral Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Cathedral Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cathedral Academy rank in SC?

Cathedral Academy ranks #72 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Cathedral Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Cathedral Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cathedral Academy a private school?

Yes, Cathedral Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Cathedral Academy a religious school?

Cathedral Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
319
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Dorchester County

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