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#105 of 192 private schools in SC

Center for Learning Inc

Elementary School

2729 COVENANT RD, Columbia, SC 29204

Private

Enrollment

70

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#105 of 192

In Columbia

#10 of 13

public schools

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Center for Learning Inc

6.2/10

Elementary School in Columbia · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bradley Elementary

6.3/10

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4.1/10

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About Center for Learning Inc

Center for Learning Inc is a private elementary school in Columbia, SC. Center for Learning Inc serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Center for Learning Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it comparesOn par with SC schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • SC avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 70 students, Center for Learning Inc 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Center for Learning Inc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Center for Learning Inc 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 Center for Learning Inc compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
This School
vs
12.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
70
This School
vs
599
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
Center for Learning Inc Columbia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Center for Learning Inc (this school) 6.2
Bradley Elementary 6.3
Watkins-Nance Elementary 4.3
Carver-Lyon Elementary 6.3
Burton Pack Elementary 3.6
Brockman Elementary 8.9
Arden Elementary 3.4
Satchel Ford Elementary 8.6
Pendergrass Fairwold School 6.8
Hyatt Park Elementary 3.3
Clear Dot Charter School 5.6
Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy 4.8
J. P. Thomas Elementary 5.1
Brennen Elementary 8.5
Logan Elementary 6.6
A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary 3.4
Rosewood Elementary 8.9
A. C. Moore Elementary 7.7
Edward E. Taylor Elementary 3.5
Forest Lake Elementary 7.4
South Kilbourne Elementary 3.7

Showing 20 of 47 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

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- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,504
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Enrollment 70
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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)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2729 COVENANT RD, Columbia, SC 29204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Center for Learning Inc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brockman Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Satchel Ford Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bradley Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Bradley Elementary Columbia 0.6 mi 6.3
W. A. Perry Middle Columbia 0.7 mi 4.1
Watkins-Nance Elementary Columbia 0.8 mi 4.3
W. G. Sanders Middle Columbia 1.0 mi 7.0
C. A. Johnson High Columbia 0.9 mi 6.5
Burton Pack Elementary Columbia 1.1 mi 3.6
Carver-Lyon Elementary Columbia 1.0 mi 6.3
SONLIGHT HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia 1.2 mi
HARMONY SCHOOL Columbia 1.2 mi
A. C. Flora High Columbia 1.4 mi 8.3
DANIELS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Columbia 1.3 mi
ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Columbia 1.5 mi
Brockman Elementary Columbia 1.6 mi 8.9
Arden Elementary Columbia 1.8 mi 3.4
Pendergrass Fairwold School Columbia 2.1 mi 6.8
Crayton Middle Columbia 1.8 mi 8.4
Dreher High Columbia 2.1 mi 8.7
SC Whitmore School Columbia 2.1 mi 5.6
Satchel Ford Elementary Columbia 1.8 mi 8.6
SHANDON UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Columbia 2.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,745

Median Home Value

$185,800

Median Rent

$993/mo

Population

18,067

College Educated

38.7%

Homeownership

59.1%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

21.7%

Median Age

36.7

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

School Rating
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MAULDIN Mauldin, SC 6.2
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville, SC 6.1
EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Columbia, SC 6.0
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington, SC 6.0
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville, SC 6.4
ADDLESTONE HEBREW ACADEMY Charleston, SC 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Center for Learning Inc

What grades does Center for Learning Inc serve?

Center for Learning Inc serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Center for Learning Inc?

Center for Learning Inc has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Center for Learning Inc?

The student-teacher ratio at Center for Learning Inc is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Center for Learning Inc rank in SC?

Center for Learning Inc ranks #105 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Center for Learning Inc's MySchoolScout rating?

Center for Learning Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Center for Learning Inc a private school?

Yes, Center for Learning Inc 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 Center for Learning Inc a religious school?

No, Center for Learning Inc is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
70
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
188 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Richland County

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