Very Good
#47 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 24% of private schools
Sandhills School
School
1500 HALLBROOK DR, Columbia, SC 29209
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#47 of 192
In Columbia
#5 of 13
public schools
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Sandhills School
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About Sandhills School
Sandhills School is a private school in Columbia, SC. Sandhills School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandhills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Sandhills 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Sandhills School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sandhills 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 Sandhills School compares to 74 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sandhills School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Caughman Road Elementary | 4.5 |
| Mill Creek Elementary | 4.6 |
| Annie Burnside Elementary | 5.0 |
| Meadowfield Elementary | 6.1 |
| Richland One Charter Middle College | 7.7 |
| Brennen Elementary | 8.5 |
| South Kilbourne Elementary | 3.7 |
| Rosewood Elementary | 8.9 |
| Crayton Middle | 8.4 |
| Dreher High | 8.7 |
| A. C. Flora High | 8.3 |
| Brockman Elementary | 8.9 |
| A. C. Moore Elementary | 7.7 |
| Hand Middle | 6.6 |
| Satchel Ford Elementary | 8.6 |
| Bradley Elementary | 6.3 |
| Forest Lake Elementary | 7.4 |
| Richland Northeast High | 7.8 |
| W. G. Sanders Middle | 7.0 |
| Carver-Lyon Elementary | 6.3 |
Showing 20 of 74 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
1500 HALLBROOK DR, Columbia, SC 29209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandhills School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rosewood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brockman Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dreher High (rated 8.7/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Caughman Road Elementary Columbia | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Mill Creek Elementary Columbia | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Annie Burnside Elementary Columbia | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Meadowfield Elementary Columbia | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| HAMMOND SCHOOL Columbia | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Lower Richland High Hopkins | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Richland One Charter Middle College Columbia | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Brennen Elementary Columbia | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Hopkins Elementary Hopkins | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| KILBOURNE PARK BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL Columbia | 4.3 mi | — |
| South Kilbourne Elementary Columbia | 4.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Crayton Middle Columbia | 4.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Columbia | 4.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Horrell Hill Elementary Hopkins | 4.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Southeast Middle Hopkins | 4.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Rosewood Elementary Columbia | 4.7 mi | 8.9 |
| SHANDON UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Columbia | 4.8 mi | — |
| Dreher High Columbia | 5.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Brockman Elementary Columbia | 5.4 mi | 8.9 |
| A. C. Flora High Columbia | 5.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,854
Median Home Value
$183,200
Median Rent
$1,252/mo
Population
37,314
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.8%
Median Age
33.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTH MYRTLE BEACH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longs, SC | 7.1 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 7.0 |
| MIDLAND VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Graniteville, SC | 6.9 |
| NORTH WALTERBORO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Walterboro, SC | 6.9 |
| HAWTHORNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chester, SC | 6.7 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Anderson, SC | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandhills School
What grades does Sandhills School serve?
Sandhills School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Sandhills School?
Sandhills School has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandhills School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandhills School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sandhills School rank in SC?
Sandhills School ranks #47 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Sandhills School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandhills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sandhills School a private school?
Yes, Sandhills School 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 Sandhills School a religious school?
No, Sandhills School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 113
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (803) 695-1400
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