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#101 of 192 private schools in SC
Greenville Classical Academy
School
2519 WOODRUFF RD, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#101 of 192
In Simpsonville
#2 of 4
public schools
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About Greenville Classical Academy
Greenville Classical Academy is a private school in Simpsonville, SC. Greenville Classical Academy serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenville Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Greenville Classical Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Greenville Classical 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 Greenville Classical Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Simpsonville, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greenville Classical Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| Monarch Elementary | 8.1 |
| Oakview Elementary | 8.0 |
| Mauldin Elementary | 6.5 |
| Mauldin Middle | 5.5 |
| GREEN Upstate High School Greenville | — |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary | 7.7 |
| Bethel Elementary | 7.0 |
| Hillcrest Middle | 6.0 |
| Simpsonville Elementary | 6.9 |
| Ruldolph G. Gordon School at Jones Mill | 6.9 |
| Plain Elementary | 7.3 |
| Bryson Middle | 3.9 |
| Hillcrest High | 6.8 |
| Bryson Elementary | 6.4 |
| Brashier Middle College Charter High | 9.5 |
| 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
2519 WOODRUFF RD, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greenville Classical Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Greenville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Simpsonville, see our Simpsonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Simpsonville | 0.3 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SIMPSONVILLE AT FIVE FORKS Simpsonville | 0.6 mi | — |
| Monarch Elementary Simpsonville | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Simpsonville | 0.8 mi | — |
| ABIDING PEACE ACADEMY Simpsonville | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Oakview Elementary Simpsonville | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Simpsonville | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Langston Charter Middle Greenville | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Mauldin Elementary Simpsonville | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Mauldin Middle Simpsonville | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary Simpsonville | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| GREEN Upstate High School Greenville Simpsonville | 2.3 mi | — |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Greenville | 2.4 mi | — |
| FIVE OAKS ACADEMY Simpsonville | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST Greenville | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Bethel Elementary Simpsonville | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Mauldin High Mauldin | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Hillcrest Middle Simpsonville | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MAULDIN Mauldin | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Simpsonville Elementary Simpsonville | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| NEWBERRY ACADEMY Newberry, SC | 6.5 |
| SOUTH POINTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pageland, SC | 6.5 |
| VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 6.3 |
| WALNUT GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Mill, SC | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 6.7 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Anderson, SC | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greenville Classical Academy
What grades does Greenville Classical Academy serve?
Greenville Classical Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Greenville Classical Academy?
Greenville Classical Academy has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenville Classical Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Greenville Classical Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Greenville Classical Academy rank in SC?
Greenville Classical Academy ranks #101 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Greenville Classical Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Greenville Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Greenville Classical Academy a private school?
Yes, Greenville Classical 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 Greenville Classical Academy a religious school?
Greenville Classical Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Greenville County
- Phone
- (864) 329-9884
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