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#132 of 192 private schools in SC
Southside Christian School
School
2211 WOODRUFF RD, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Enrollment
1,037
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,037
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#132 of 192
In Simpsonville
#3 of 4
public schools
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Southside Christian School
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About Southside Christian School
Southside Christian School is a private school in Simpsonville, SC. Southside Christian School serves approximately 1,037 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Southside Christian 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 Southside Christian School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Simpsonville, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southside Christian School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Oakview Elementary | 8.0 |
| Mauldin Elementary | 6.5 |
| Monarch Elementary | 8.1 |
| Mauldin Middle | 5.5 |
| GREEN Upstate High School Greenville | — |
| Bethel Elementary | 7.0 |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary | 7.7 |
| Hillcrest Middle | 6.0 |
| Simpsonville Elementary | 6.9 |
| Ruldolph G. Gordon School at Jones Mill | 6.9 |
| Plain Elementary | 7.3 |
| Bryson Middle | 3.9 |
| Hillcrest High | 6.8 |
| Bryson Elementary | 6.4 |
| Brashier Middle College Charter High | 9.5 |
| Ralph Chandler Middle | 5.2 |
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
2211 WOODRUFF RD, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GREENVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Simpsonville, see our Simpsonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SIMPSONVILLE AT FIVE FORKS Simpsonville | 0.6 mi | — |
| Langston Charter Middle Greenville | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| GREENVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Simpsonville | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Oakview Elementary Simpsonville | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ABIDING PEACE ACADEMY Simpsonville | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Simpsonville | 1.5 mi | — |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Greenville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Monarch Elementary Simpsonville | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Mauldin Elementary Simpsonville | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Mauldin Middle Simpsonville | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST Greenville | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| GREEN Upstate High School Greenville Simpsonville | 2.0 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Simpsonville | 2.0 mi | — |
| Mauldin High Mauldin | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Bethel Elementary Simpsonville | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Bell's Crossing Elementary Simpsonville | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| GREEN Charter School Greenville | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| FIVE OAKS ACADEMY Simpsonville | 4.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MAULDIN Mauldin | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle Greenville | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29681 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,694
Median Home Value
$325,700
Median Rent
$1,615/mo
Population
67,657
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Riverwalk Academy Rock Hill, SC | 5.7 |
| BEN LIPPEN SCHOOL Columbia, SC | 5.6 |
| PORTER-GAUD SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 5.9 |
| Virtus Academy of South Carolina Florence, SC | 5.9 |
| CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Greenville, SC | 6.0 |
| WILSON HALL Sumter, SC | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southside Christian School
What grades does Southside Christian School serve?
Southside Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Southside Christian School?
Southside Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 1,037 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside Christian School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southside Christian School rank in SC?
Southside Christian School ranks #132 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Southside Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southside Christian School a private school?
Yes, Southside Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Southside Christian School a religious school?
Southside Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,037
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Greenville County
- Phone
- (864) 234-7575
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