Very Good
#45 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 23% of private schools
St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School
Elementary School
118 YORK ST SE, Aiken, SC 29801
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#45 of 192
In Aiken
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School
Elementary School in Aiken · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School
St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School is a private elementary school in Aiken, SC. St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #45 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary Help of Christians 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 Mary Help of Christians Catholic School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Aiken, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Schofield Middle | 2.5 |
| North Aiken Elementary | 3.0 |
| Aiken Intermediate | 6.4 |
| Millbrook Elementary | 6.1 |
| M. B. Kennedy Middle | 3.4 |
| East Aiken School of the Arts | 6.9 |
| 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
118 YORK ST SE, Aiken, SC 29801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SECOND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is East Aiken School of the Arts (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Millbrook Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Aiken, see our Aiken schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AIKENS FBC PRESCHOOL Aiken | 0.1 mi | — |
| ST JOHN'S METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Aiken | 0.2 mi | — |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PRESCHOOL Aiken | 0.3 mi | — |
| MEAD HALL EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Aiken | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Schofield Middle Aiken | 0.4 mi | 2.5 |
| SECOND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Aiken | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Aiken High Aiken | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| North Aiken Elementary Aiken | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| SOUTH AIKEN PRESBYTERIAN KINDERGARTEN Aiken | 2.2 mi | — |
| Aiken Intermediate Aiken | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Millbrook Elementary Aiken | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| M. B. Kennedy Middle Aiken | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| South Aiken High Aiken | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| East Aiken School of the Arts Aiken | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Aiken Scholars Academy Aiken | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Aiken Elementary Aiken | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Horse Creek Academy Aiken | 3.5 mi | — |
| Chukker Creek Elementary Aiken | 5.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Warrenville Elementary Warrenville | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| J. D. Lever Elementary Aiken | 6.5 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SUMMERVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Summerville, SC | 7.0 |
| THE COOPER SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 7.2 |
| Vance-Providence Elementary Vance, SC | 7.2 |
| Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy Trenton, SC | 6.9 |
| CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 6.9 |
| Tamassee-Salem Elementary Tamassee, SC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School
What grades does St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School serve?
St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School?
St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School rank in SC?
St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School ranks #45 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Help of Christians Catholic 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 St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Help of Christians 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 Mary Help of Christians Catholic School a religious school?
St Mary Help of Christians Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Aiken County
- Phone
- (803) 649-2071
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