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#124 of 192 private schools in SC
Porter-gaud School
School
300 ALBEMARLE RD, Charleston, SC 29407
Enrollment
1,039
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
1,039
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#124 of 192
In Charleston
#12 of 13
public schools
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Porter-gaud School
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About Porter-gaud School
Porter-gaud School is a private school in Charleston, SC. Porter-gaud School serves approximately 1,039 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Porter-gaud School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #124 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Porter-gaud School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Porter-gaud 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 Porter-gaud School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Charleston, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Porter-gaud School (this school) | 5.9 |
| St. Andrew's School of Math and Science | 7.8 |
| Harbor View Elementary | 8.1 |
| Charleston Development Academy | 4.9 |
| Burke High | 6.9 |
| Simmons Pinckney Middle | 5.1 |
| Memminger Elementary | 6.0 |
| Mitchell Elementary | 3.9 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy | 8.2 |
| Charleston Progressive | 5.5 |
| Buist Academy | 8.9 |
| James Simons Montessori | 6.4 |
| Charleston Charter School for Math and Science | 7.0 |
| Sanders-Clyde Elementary | 4.8 |
| Murray-LaSaine Montessori | 7.2 |
| Camp Road Middle | 7.2 |
| Stono Park Elementary | 4.0 |
| Stiles Point Elementary | 8.0 |
| James Island Charter High | 9.1 |
| Carolina Voyager Charter | 8.1 |
| Pattison's Academy for Comprehensive Education | 4.0 |
Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Charleston
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
300 ALBEMARLE RD, Charleston, SC 29407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Porter-gaud School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Collegiate Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harbor View Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI Charleston | 0.8 mi | — |
| St. Andrew's School of Math and Science Charleston | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| MASON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Charleston | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Harbor View Elementary Charleston | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| JAMES ISLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Charleston | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Charleston Development Academy Charleston | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Charleston | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Burke High Charleston | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ASHLEY HALL SCHOOL Charleston | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Simmons Pinckney Middle Charleston | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| THE COOPER SCHOOL Charleston | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Mitchell Elementary Charleston | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy Charleston | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Memminger Elementary Charleston | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL Charleston | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| NE MILES EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Charleston | 1.7 mi | — |
| James Simons Montessori Charleston | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| THE CHARLESTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Charleston Charter School for Math and Science Charleston | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Charleston Progressive Charleston | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,568
Median Home Value
$407,300
Median Rent
$1,388/mo
Population
36,640
College Educated
51.1%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Virtus Academy of South Carolina Florence, SC | 5.9 |
| CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 6.0 |
| Riverwalk Academy Rock Hill, SC | 5.7 |
| SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Simpsonville, SC | 5.7 |
| BEN LIPPEN SCHOOL Columbia, SC | 5.6 |
| WILSON HALL Sumter, SC | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Porter-gaud School
What grades does Porter-gaud School serve?
Porter-gaud School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Porter-gaud School?
Porter-gaud School has an enrollment of approximately 1,039 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Porter-gaud School?
The student-teacher ratio at Porter-gaud School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Porter-gaud School rank in SC?
Porter-gaud School ranks #124 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Porter-gaud School's MySchoolScout rating?
Porter-gaud School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Porter-gaud School a private school?
Yes, Porter-gaud School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Porter-gaud School a religious school?
Porter-gaud School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,039
- Gender Split
- 84% M / 16% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Charleston County
- Phone
- (843) 402-4773
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