Very Good
#58 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 30% of private schools
Mission Hope Foundation
School
2304 KNEECE RD, Columbia, SC 29223
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#58 of 192
In Columbia
#6 of 13
public schools
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Mission Hope Foundation
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About Mission Hope Foundation
Mission Hope Foundation is a private school in Columbia, SC. Mission Hope Foundation serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Hope Foundation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, Mission Hope Foundation 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Mission Hope Foundation sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mission Hope Foundation 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 Mission Hope Foundation compares to 73 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mission Hope Foundation (this school) | 7.0 |
| Richland Northeast High | 7.8 |
| Forest Lake Elementary | 7.4 |
| Jackson Creek Elementary | 8.5 |
| Dent Middle | 6.5 |
| L. W. Conder Elementary | 4.3 |
| Joseph Keels Elementary | 6.3 |
| Satchel Ford Elementary | 8.6 |
| E. L. Wright Middle | 5.9 |
| Polo Road Elementary | 4.7 |
| Windsor Elementary | 6.1 |
| Brockman Elementary | 8.9 |
| W. G. Sanders Middle | 7.0 |
| SC Whitmore School | 5.6 |
| A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary | 3.4 |
| Crayton Middle | 8.4 |
| Bradley Elementary | 6.3 |
| Pendergrass Fairwold School | 6.8 |
| A. C. Flora High | 8.3 |
| Burton Pack Elementary | 3.6 |
| Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 73 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
2304 KNEECE RD, Columbia, SC 29223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Hope Foundation may also want to explore other schools in the area. Brockman Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Satchel Ford Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson Creek Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Richland Northeast High Columbia | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Forest Lake Elementary Columbia | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Jackson Creek Elementary Columbia | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Dent Middle Columbia | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| L. W. Conder Elementary Columbia | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Joseph Keels Elementary Columbia | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CUTLER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Columbia | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CARDINAL NEWMAN SCHOOL Columbia | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| E. L. Wright Middle Columbia | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Satchel Ford Elementary Columbia | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Polo Road Elementary Columbia | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Windsor Elementary Columbia | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Brockman Elementary Columbia | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL Columbia | 2.7 mi | — |
| Crayton Middle Columbia | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| SONLIGHT HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia | 2.9 mi | — |
| W. G. Sanders Middle Columbia | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SC Whitmore School Columbia | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| A. J. Lewis Greenview Elementary Columbia | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Bradley Elementary Columbia | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,300
Median Home Value
$183,800
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
52,835
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTH MYRTLE BEACH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longs, SC | 7.1 |
| Pendergrass Fairwold School Columbia, SC | 6.8 |
| AGAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lobeco, SC | 7.3 |
| HAWTHORNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chester, SC | 6.7 |
| FIRST SOUTHERN METHODIST CHR & WESLEY CHRISTIAN SC Orangeburg, SC | 7.4 |
| FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gaston, SC | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Hope Foundation
What grades does Mission Hope Foundation serve?
Mission Hope Foundation serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Mission Hope Foundation?
Mission Hope Foundation has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Hope Foundation?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Hope Foundation is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mission Hope Foundation rank in SC?
Mission Hope Foundation ranks #58 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Mission Hope Foundation's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Hope Foundation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mission Hope Foundation a private school?
Yes, Mission Hope Foundation is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mission Hope Foundation a religious school?
Mission Hope Foundation has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 58
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (803) 462-9904
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