Average
#90 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 46% of private schools
Hammond School
School
854 GALWAY LN, Columbia, SC 29209
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#90 of 192
In Columbia
#9 of 13
public schools
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Hammond School
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About Hammond School
Hammond School is a private school in Columbia, SC. Hammond School serves approximately 944 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hammond School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #90 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Hammond School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hammond 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Hammond School compares to 74 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hammond School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Meadowfield Elementary | 6.1 |
| South Kilbourne Elementary | 3.7 |
| Annie Burnside Elementary | 5.0 |
| Richland One Charter Middle College | 7.7 |
| Rosewood Elementary | 8.9 |
| Brennen Elementary | 8.5 |
| Caughman Road Elementary | 4.5 |
| Mill Creek Elementary | 4.6 |
| Dreher High | 8.7 |
| A. C. Moore Elementary | 7.7 |
| Hand Middle | 6.6 |
| Crayton Middle | 8.4 |
| A. C. Flora High | 8.3 |
| Brockman Elementary | 8.9 |
| Bradley Elementary | 6.3 |
| Carver-Lyon Elementary | 6.3 |
| Satchel Ford Elementary | 8.6 |
| C. A. Johnson High | 6.5 |
| Clear Dot Charter School | 5.6 |
| Watkins-Nance Elementary | 4.3 |
Showing 20 of 74 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
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.
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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
854 GALWAY LN, Columbia, SC 29209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hammond School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rosewood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brockman Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dreher High (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meadowfield Elementary Columbia | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| South Kilbourne Elementary Columbia | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Richland One Charter Middle College Columbia | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Annie Burnside Elementary Columbia | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Brennen Elementary Columbia | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Rosewood Elementary Columbia | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Columbia | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| KILBOURNE PARK BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL Columbia | 2.7 mi | — |
| SHANDON UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Columbia | 2.8 mi | — |
| Caughman Road Elementary Columbia | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA Columbia | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Dreher High Columbia | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Mill Creek Elementary Columbia | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| SANDHILLS SCHOOL Columbia | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| A. C. Moore Elementary Columbia | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Hand Middle Columbia | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Crayton Middle Columbia | 3.7 mi | 8.4 |
| A. C. Flora High Columbia | 3.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Brockman Elementary Columbia | 4.3 mi | 8.9 |
| CUTLER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Columbia | 4.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,854
Median Home Value
$183,200
Median Rent
$1,252/mo
Population
37,314
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.8%
Median Age
33.4
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|---|---|
| PALMETTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Pleasant, SC | 6.2 |
| CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 6.0 |
| PINEWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Summerville, SC | 6.0 |
| PORTER-GAUD SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 5.9 |
| Virtus Academy of South Carolina Florence, SC | 5.9 |
| Riverwalk Academy Rock Hill, SC | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hammond School
What grades does Hammond School serve?
Hammond School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Hammond School?
Hammond School has an enrollment of approximately 944 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hammond School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hammond School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hammond School rank in SC?
Hammond School ranks #90 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Hammond School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hammond School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hammond School a private school?
Yes, Hammond 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 Hammond School a religious school?
No, Hammond School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 944
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 109
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (803) 776-0295
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