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#144 of 192 private schools in SC

Harvest Community School

School

10 S DUKES ST, Summerton, SC 29148

Private

Enrollment

76

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#144 of 192

In Summerton

#1 of 2

public schools

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Harvest Community School

5.5/10

School in Summerton · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Clarendon Hall School

4.7/10

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8.2/10

1.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Harvest Community School

Harvest Community School is a private school in Summerton, SC. Harvest Community School serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvest Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares0.7 pts below SC schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • SC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 76 students, Harvest Community School 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Harvest Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Harvest Community 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

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How Harvest Community School compares to the 3 public schools in Summerton, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
76
This School
vs
188
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.1% vs 0%
Black 1.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.3% vs 0%
Harvest Community School Summerton Public Avg

All Schools in Summerton

School Rating
Harvest Community School (this school) 5.5
Dr. Rose H. Wilder Elementary 8.2
Scott's Branch Middle 4.7
Scott's Branch High

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)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,116
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 15%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Enrollment 76
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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 92.1%
Two or More 5.3%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10 S DUKES ST, Summerton, SC 29148

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harvest Community School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HOLLY HILL ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Holly Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLARENDON HALL SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LAURENCE MANNING ACADEMY (rated 2.8/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Manning), a more accessible option. For more schools in Summerton, see our Summerton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CLARENDON HALL SCHOOL Summerton 0.9 mi 4.7
Dr. Rose H. Wilder Elementary Summerton 1.7 mi 8.2
Scott's Branch Middle Summerton 1.7 mi 4.7
Scott's Branch High Summerton 1.7 mi
Manning Early Childhood Center Manning 8.8 mi 6.0
Manning Junior High Manning 9.0 mi 6.4
Manning High Manning 9.3 mi
Manning Elementary Manning 9.7 mi 4.7
Manning Primary Manning 10.0 mi 3.8
LAURENCE MANNING ACADEMY Manning 10.3 mi 2.8
Manchester Elementary Pinewood 11.4 mi 2.6
Vance-Providence Elementary Vance 12.9 mi 7.2
Furman Middle Sumter 14.5 mi 3.4
Elloree Elementary Elloree 12.8 mi 6.2
St. James-Gaillard Elementary Eutawville 15.1 mi 7.4
Lake Marion High School Santee 14.7 mi 7.5
Pocalla Springs Elementary Sumter 16.0 mi 2.9
Lakewood High Sumter 17.0 mi 5.1
HOLLY HILL ACADEMY Holly Hill 19.0 mi 7.1
Kingsbury Elementary Sumter 19.5 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,455

Median Home Value

$153,400

Median Rent

$700/mo

Population

5,753

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

40.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

52.9

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BARNWELL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Blackville, SC 5.5
COLD SPRINGS MENNONITE SCHOOL Abbeville, SC 5.5
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Camden, SC 5.5
RISEN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Myrtle Beach, SC 5.5
JESUS IS LORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cheraw, SC 5.4
CLEMSON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clemson, SC 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harvest Community School

What grades does Harvest Community School serve?

Harvest Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Harvest Community School?

Harvest Community School has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvest Community School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harvest Community School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Harvest Community School rank in SC?

Harvest Community School ranks #144 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Harvest Community School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harvest Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Harvest Community School a private school?

Yes, Harvest Community School 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 Harvest Community School a religious school?

Harvest Community School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
76
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Clarendon County

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