Very Good
#17 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 8% of private schools
Five Oaks Academy
Elementary School
1101 JONESVILLE RD, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#17 of 192
In Simpsonville
#1 of 4
public schools
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Five Oaks Academy
Elementary School in Simpsonville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Five Oaks Academy
Five Oaks Academy is a private elementary school in Simpsonville, SC. Five Oaks Academy serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Five Oaks Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 193 students, Five Oaks 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Five Oaks Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Five Oaks 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
BetaHow Five Oaks Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Simpsonville, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Five Oaks Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Hillcrest Middle | 6.0 |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary | 7.7 |
| Simpsonville Elementary | 6.9 |
| Bethel Elementary | 7.0 |
| Monarch Elementary | 8.1 |
| Ruldolph G. Gordon School at Jones Mill | 6.9 |
| Bryson Middle | 3.9 |
| Plain Elementary | 7.3 |
| Bryson Elementary | 6.4 |
| Mauldin Middle | 5.5 |
| Mauldin Elementary | 6.5 |
| Oakview Elementary | 8.0 |
| Ralph Chandler Middle | 5.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1101 JONESVILLE RD, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Five Oaks Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bell's Crossing Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Plain Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Simpsonville, see our Simpsonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Middle Simpsonville | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary Simpsonville | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Simpsonville Elementary Simpsonville | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Monarch Elementary Simpsonville | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Bethel Elementary Simpsonville | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Simpsonville | 3.0 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Simpsonville | 3.1 mi | — |
| Ruldolph G. Gordon School at Jones Mill Simpsonville | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Bryson Middle Simpsonville | 3.2 mi | 3.9 |
| GREENVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Simpsonville | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Hillcrest High Simpsonville | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Bryson Elementary Simpsonville | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GREEN Upstate High School Greenville Simpsonville | 3.2 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SIMPSONVILLE AT FIVE FORKS Simpsonville | 3.7 mi | — |
| Plain Elementary Simpsonville | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Mauldin Middle Simpsonville | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Mauldin Elementary Simpsonville | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Mauldin High Mauldin | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Simpsonville | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ABIDING PEACE ACADEMY Simpsonville | 4.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29681 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,694
Median Home Value
$325,700
Median Rent
$1,615/mo
Population
67,657
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Denmark-Olar Elementary Denmark, SC | 7.9 |
| Whitmire Community School (Elementary) Whitmire, SC | 7.9 |
| AS-SABEEL ACADEMY Greer, SC | 8.0 |
| Brookdale Elementary Orangeburg, SC | 8.0 |
| Wright Elementary Belton, SC | 8.0 |
| GREEN Charter School Midlands Irmo, SC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Five Oaks Academy
What grades does Five Oaks Academy serve?
Five Oaks Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Five Oaks Academy?
Five Oaks Academy has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Five Oaks Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Five Oaks Academy is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Five Oaks Academy rank in SC?
Five Oaks Academy ranks #17 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Five Oaks Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Five Oaks Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Five Oaks Academy a private school?
Yes, Five Oaks 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 Five Oaks Academy a religious school?
No, Five Oaks Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 193
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Greenville County
- Phone
- (864) 228-1881
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