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#7 of 192 private schools in SC

Top 3% of private schools

Hope Academy

School

424 N HWY 101, Landrum, SC 29356

Private

Enrollment

54

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Hope Academy

8.2/10

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

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About Hope Academy

Hope Academy is a private school in Landrum, SC. Hope Academy serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares2.0 pts above SC schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • SC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 54 students, Hope 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 6.1:1 students to teachers, Hope Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hope 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

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How Hope Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Landrum, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
This School
vs
11.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
54
This School
vs
330
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.2
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 64.8% vs 0%
Black 16.7% vs 0%
Asian 14.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.7% vs 0%
Hope Academy Landrum Public Avg

All Schools in Landrum

School Rating
Hope Academy (this school) 8.2
O. P. Earle Elementary 5.4
Landrum Middle 5.5

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 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,872
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Enrollment 54
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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 64.8%
Black 16.7%
Asian 14.8%
Hispanic 3.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

424 N HWY 101, Landrum, SC 29356

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hope Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Greer Middle College Charter High (rated 9.4/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Taylors), which scores notably higher. Another option is Saluda Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Saluda), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tigerville Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Taylors), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Landrum, see our Landrum schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Tigerville Elementary Taylors 2.7 mi 9.0
Blue Ridge Middle Greer 4.5 mi 6.0
Mountain View Elementary Taylors 5.0 mi 7.5
Blue Ridge High Greer 5.0 mi 6.7
Skyland Elementary Greer 5.5 mi 7.7
Saluda Elementary School Saluda 9.4 mi 9.1
Greer Middle College Charter High Taylors 9.7 mi 9.4
Tryon Elementary School Tryon 9.4 mi 7.6
Holly Springs-Motlow Elementary Campobello 8.9 mi 6.0
Greer Middle Greer 9.9 mi 3.7
Gateway Elementary Travelers Rest 10.1 mi 7.3
Greer High Greer 10.1 mi 7.2
Taylors Elementary Taylors 11.7 mi 6.8
Heritage Elementary Travelers Rest 10.6 mi 7.5
Travelers Rest High Travelers Rest 11.1 mi 7.2
Landrum High Campobello 10.0 mi 7.6
Northwest Middle Travelers Rest 10.7 mi 4.1
Chandler Creek Elementary Greer 11.5 mi 5.6
O. P. Earle Elementary Landrum 10.4 mi 5.4
Crestview Elementary Greer 11.5 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,911

Median Home Value

$273,500

Median Rent

$632/mo

Population

8,782

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

53.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ANDERSON Anderson, SC 8.1
HIDDEN TREASURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Taylors, SC 7.9
FIRST SOUTHERN METHODIST CHR & WESLEY CHRISTIAN SC Orangeburg, SC 7.4
FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gaston, SC 7.4
GLENFOREST SCHOOL West Columbia, SC 7.4
AGAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lobeco, SC 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hope Academy

What grades does Hope Academy serve?

Hope Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Hope Academy?

Hope Academy has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hope Academy is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hope Academy rank in SC?

Hope Academy ranks #7 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Hope Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hope Academy a private school?

Yes, Hope 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 Hope Academy a religious school?

No, Hope Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
54
Gender Split
89% M / 11% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
234 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Greenville County

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