Excellent
#3 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 1% of private schools
St Anthony Catholic School
Elementary School
2536 HOFFMEYER RD, Florence, SC 29501
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#3 of 192
In Florence
#1 of 6
public schools
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About St Anthony Catholic School
St Anthony Catholic School is a private elementary school in Florence, SC. St Anthony Catholic School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Anthony Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, St Anthony Catholic 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, St Anthony Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Anthony Catholic 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 St Anthony Catholic School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Florence, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Anthony Catholic School (this school) | 8.7 |
| Carver Elementary | 5.5 |
| John W. Moore Middle | 4.5 |
| Lucy T. Davis Elementary | 7.8 |
| Delmae Heights Elementary | 6.3 |
| Child Development Center at Woods Road | 5.1 |
| R.N. Beck Child Development Center | 4.7 |
| Royall Elementary | 7.5 |
| Henry L. Sneed Middle | 4.6 |
| Briggs Elementary | 6.4 |
| Virtus Academy of South Carolina | 5.9 |
| Williams Middle | 5.9 |
| North Vista Elementary | 4.2 |
| McLaurin Elementary | 5.5 |
| Southside Middle | 4.9 |
| Greenwood Elementary | 4.6 |
| Henry Timrod Elementary | 4.6 |
| Theodore Lester Elementary | 2.9 |
| Wallace Gregg Elementary | 2.9 |
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
2536 HOFFMEYER RD, Florence, SC 29501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Anthony Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lucy T. Davis Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Royall Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FLORENCE (rated 7.1/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Florence, see our Florence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Florence High Florence | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Carver Elementary Florence | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Delmae Heights Elementary Florence | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| John W. Moore Middle Florence | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Lucy T. Davis Elementary Florence | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Child Development Center at Woods Road Florence | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Royall Elementary Florence | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| R.N. Beck Child Development Center Florence | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Henry L. Sneed Middle Florence | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Florence | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Virtus Academy of South Carolina Florence | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN Florence | 2.6 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND PARK KINDERGARTEN Florence | 2.9 mi | — |
| Briggs Elementary Florence | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FLORENCE Florence | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Savannah Grove Elementary Effingham | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Williams Middle Florence | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| North Vista Elementary Florence | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| FLORENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,618
Median Home Value
$220,800
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
47,259
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Anderson, SC | 8.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA Columbia, SC | 8.5 |
| Meyer Center for Special Children Greenville, SC | 8.3 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy Charleston, SC | 8.2 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 7.9 |
| ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia, SC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Anthony Catholic School
What grades does St Anthony Catholic School serve?
St Anthony Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Anthony Catholic School?
St Anthony Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Anthony Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Anthony Catholic School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Anthony Catholic School rank in SC?
St Anthony Catholic School ranks #3 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is St Anthony Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Anthony Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Anthony Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Anthony Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Anthony Catholic School a religious school?
St Anthony Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Florence County
- Phone
- (843) 662-1910
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