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#88 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 45% of private schools
Newberry Academy
School
2055 SMITH RD, Newberry, SC 29108
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#88 of 192
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Newberry Academy
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About Newberry Academy
Newberry Academy is a private school in Newberry, SC. Newberry Academy serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Newberry Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Newberry Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Newberry 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 Newberry Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Newberry, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Newberry Academy (this school) | 6.5 |
| Newberry Elementary | 2.7 |
| Boundary St. Elementary | 6.0 |
| Newberry High | 6.8 |
| Newberry Middle | 4.2 |
| Gallman Elementary | 4.1 |
| Reuben Elementary | 4.0 |
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
2055 SMITH RD, Newberry, SC 29108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newberry Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Chapin High (rated 8.7/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Chapin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mid-Carolina High (rated 7.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Prosperity), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitmire Community School (Elementary) (rated 7.9/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Whitmire), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newberry, see our Newberry schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Newberry Elementary Newberry | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Boundary St. Elementary Newberry | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Newberry High Newberry | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Newberry Middle Newberry | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Gallman Elementary Newberry | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Reuben Elementary Newberry | 7.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Prosperity-Rikard Elementary Prosperity | 7.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Mid-Carolina High Prosperity | 9.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Mid-Carolina Middle Prosperity | 9.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Whitmire Community School (Elementary) Whitmire | 12.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Whitmire Community School (High) Whitmire | 12.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Pomaria-Garmany Elementary Pomaria | 10.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Hollywood Elementary Saluda | 14.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Joanna Woodson Elementary Joanna | 13.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Little Mountain Elementary Little Mountain | 13.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Piney Woods Elementary Chapin | 17.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Eastside Elementary Clinton | 18.1 mi | 4.0 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Leesville | 20.1 mi | — |
| Odyssey Online Learning Chapin | 17.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Chapin High Chapin | 18.0 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,529
Median Home Value
$127,900
Median Rent
$846/mo
Population
19,871
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
38.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OCONEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seneca, SC | 6.5 |
| SOUTH POINTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pageland, SC | 6.5 |
| GREENVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Simpsonville, SC | 6.4 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 6.7 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Anderson, SC | 6.7 |
| VERITAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newberry Academy
What grades does Newberry Academy serve?
Newberry Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Newberry Academy?
Newberry Academy has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newberry Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Newberry Academy is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Newberry Academy rank in SC?
Newberry Academy ranks #88 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Newberry Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Newberry Academy 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 Newberry Academy a private school?
Yes, Newberry 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 Newberry Academy a religious school?
No, Newberry Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Newberry County
- Phone
- (803) 276-2760
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