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Very Good

#31 of 192 private schools in SC

Top 16% of private schools

Charleston Collegiate School

School

2024 ACADEMY RD, Johns Island, SC 29455

Private

Enrollment

269

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#31 of 192

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Charleston Collegiate School

7.5/10

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

Haut Gap Middle

7.0/10

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7.1/10

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About Charleston Collegiate School

Charleston Collegiate School is a private school in Johns Island, SC. Charleston Collegiate School serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Charleston Collegiate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares1.3 pts above SC schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • SC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Charleston Collegiate School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Charleston Collegiate 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.

Charleston Collegiate School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Charleston Collegiate School compares to the 4 public schools in Johns Island, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
269
This School
vs
483
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87% vs 0%
Black 7.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.7% vs 0%
Asian 1.9% vs 0%
Charleston Collegiate School Johns Island Public Avg

All Schools in Johns Island

School Rating
Charleston Collegiate School (this school) 7.5
Haut Gap Middle 7.0
St. Johns High 7.1
Angel Oak Elementary 6.9
Mt. Zion Elementary 5.4

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- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 24%
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 269
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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 87.0%
Black 7.4%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2024 ACADEMY RD, Johns Island, SC 29455

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charleston Collegiate School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Carolina Voyager Charter (rated 8.1/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Harbor View Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Johns Island, see our Johns Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Haut Gap Middle Johns Island 1.0 mi 7.0
St. Johns High Johns Island 2.2 mi 7.1
Mt. Zion Elementary Johns Island 2.6 mi 5.4
Angel Oak Elementary Johns Island 2.4 mi 6.9
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF JOHNS ISLAND Johns Island 2.9 mi
Oakland Elementary Charleston 5.5 mi 7.7
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CHARLESTON Charleston 5.8 mi
Stono Park Elementary Charleston 5.5 mi 4.0
Murray-LaSaine Montessori Charleston 5.1 mi 7.2
James Island Elementary Charleston 5.2 mi 6.9
Pattison's Academy for Comprehensive Education Charleston 6.1 mi 4.0
Carolina Voyager Charter Charleston 6.1 mi 8.1
CHARLES TOWNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charleston 6.1 mi 6.5
Camp Road Middle Charleston 5.6 mi 7.2
NATIVITY SCHOOL Charleston 5.6 mi 7.9
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary Charleston 6.6 mi 8.4
JAMES ISLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Charleston 6.1 mi 5.9
C. E. Williams Middle School for Creative and Scientific Art Charleston 7.2 mi 4.3
Harbor View Elementary Charleston 6.4 mi 8.1
St. Andrew's School of Math and Science Charleston 6.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,422

Median Home Value

$499,500

Median Rent

$1,489/mo

Population

26,308

College Educated

56.8%

Homeownership

86.3%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

51.6

Similar Schools

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BEAUFORT ACADEMY Beaufort, SC 7.4
ANDERSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson, SC 7.3
FRANCIS HUGH WARDLAW ACADEMY Johnston, SC 7.1
HOLLY HILL ACADEMY Holly Hill, SC 7.1
STEP OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ridgeland, SC 7.1
COMENIUS SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEADERSHIP Fort Mill, SC 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charleston Collegiate School

What grades does Charleston Collegiate School serve?

Charleston Collegiate School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Charleston Collegiate School?

Charleston Collegiate School has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charleston Collegiate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Charleston Collegiate School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Charleston Collegiate School rank in SC?

Charleston Collegiate School ranks #31 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Charleston Collegiate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Charleston Collegiate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Charleston Collegiate School a private school?

Yes, Charleston Collegiate School 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 Charleston Collegiate School a religious school?

No, Charleston Collegiate School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
269
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Charleston County

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