Very Good
#57 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 29% of private schools
Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School
Elementary School
353 LAURENS ST, Aiken, SC 29801
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#57 of 192
In Aiken
#2 of 3
public schools
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Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School
Elementary School in Aiken · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School
Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School is a private elementary school in Aiken, SC. Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Second Baptist Christian Preparatory 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 4.6:1 students to teachers, Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Second Baptist Christian Preparatory 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 Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Aiken, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School (this school) | 7.0 |
| North Aiken Elementary | 3.0 |
| Aiken Intermediate | 6.4 |
| Millbrook Elementary | 6.1 |
| East Aiken School of the Arts | 6.9 |
| M. B. Kennedy Middle | 3.4 |
| Aiken Elementary | 5.9 |
| Horse Creek Academy | — |
| Chukker Creek Elementary | 6.0 |
| J. D. Lever Elementary | 4.2 |
| Oakwood-Windsor Elementary | 5.3 |
| Tall Pines STEM Academy | 8.0 |
| Redcliffe Elementary | 6.0 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
353 LAURENS ST, Aiken, SC 29801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is East Aiken School of the Arts (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Millbrook Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Aiken, see our Aiken schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PRESCHOOL Aiken | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST JOHN'S METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Aiken | 0.4 mi | — |
| AIKENS FBC PRESCHOOL Aiken | 0.4 mi | — |
| MEAD HALL EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Aiken | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aiken | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Schofield Middle Aiken | 0.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Aiken High Aiken | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| North Aiken Elementary Aiken | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Aiken Intermediate Aiken | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH AIKEN PRESBYTERIAN KINDERGARTEN Aiken | 2.7 mi | — |
| Millbrook Elementary Aiken | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| M. B. Kennedy Middle Aiken | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| South Aiken High Aiken | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Aiken Scholars Academy Aiken | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| East Aiken School of the Arts Aiken | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Aiken Elementary Aiken | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Horse Creek Academy Aiken | 3.9 mi | — |
| Warrenville Elementary Warrenville | 4.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Chukker Creek Elementary Aiken | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| J. D. Lever Elementary Aiken | 6.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,032
Median Home Value
$163,900
Median Rent
$1,070/mo
Population
30,088
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
39.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SUNDROPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mount Pleasant, SC | 7.1 |
| HOLY ANGELS ACADEMY Sumter, SC | 6.8 |
| 1955 Columbia, SC | 6.7 |
| FREEDOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rock Hill, SC | 6.7 |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg, SC | 7.3 |
| CHABAD JEWISH ACADEMY Myrtle Beach, SC | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School
What grades does Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School serve?
Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School?
Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School rank in SC?
Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School ranks #57 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School 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 Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School a religious school?
Second Baptist Christian Preparatory School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Aiken County
- Phone
- (803) 502-0710
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