Very Good
#20 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 10% of private schools
St Peters Catholic School
Elementary School
1035 HAMPTON ST, Columbia, SC 29201
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#20 of 192
In Columbia
#4 of 13
public schools
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St Peters Catholic School
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Peters Catholic School
St Peters Catholic School is a private elementary school in Columbia, SC. St Peters Catholic School serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peters Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 93 students, St Peters 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, St Peters Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Peters 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 Peters Catholic School compares to 58 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peters Catholic School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Clear Dot Charter School | 5.6 |
| Logan Elementary | 6.6 |
| Carver-Lyon Elementary | 6.3 |
| Hand Middle | 6.6 |
| A. C. Moore Elementary | 7.7 |
| Watkins-Nance Elementary | 4.3 |
| Edward E. Taylor Elementary | 3.5 |
| W. A. Perry Middle | 4.1 |
| Heyward Gibbes Middle | 4.5 |
| Hyatt Park Elementary | 3.3 |
| Rosewood Elementary | 8.9 |
| Bradley Elementary | 6.3 |
| H. B. Rhame Elementary | 4.6 |
| Burton Pack Elementary | 3.6 |
| St. Andrews Middle | 3.2 |
| Arden Elementary | 3.4 |
| Alcorn Middle | 4.4 |
| South Kilbourne Elementary | 3.7 |
| Brennen Elementary | 8.5 |
| W. G. Sanders Middle | 7.0 |
Showing 20 of 58 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
1035 HAMPTON ST, Columbia, SC 29201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peters Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rosewood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, A. C. Moore Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clear Dot Charter School Columbia | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Logan Elementary Columbia | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Columbia | 1.2 mi | — |
| Carver-Lyon Elementary Columbia | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| DANIELS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Columbia | 1.8 mi | — |
| C. A. Johnson High Columbia | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Brookland-Cayce High Cayce | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Watkins-Nance Elementary Columbia | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Hand Middle Columbia | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| A. C. Moore Elementary Columbia | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Hyatt Park Elementary Columbia | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Edward E. Taylor Elementary Columbia | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| W. A. Perry Middle Columbia | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Heyward Gibbes Middle Columbia | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA Columbia | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| CENTER FOR LEARNING INC Columbia | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Eau Claire High Columbia | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Dreher High Columbia | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Rosewood Elementary Columbia | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| SHANDON UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Columbia | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,327
Median Home Value
$238,200
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
22,955
College Educated
56.3%
Homeownership
27.6%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
47.8%
Median Age
22.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaufort, SC | 7.7 |
| Summit Classical School Clinton, SC | 7.7 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 7.9 |
| C. E. Murray Elementary Greeleyville, SC | 7.6 |
| SUNDROPS MONTESSORI BRIDGE CAMPUS Huger, SC | 7.5 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy Charleston, SC | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peters Catholic School
What grades does St Peters Catholic School serve?
St Peters Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Peters Catholic School?
St Peters Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peters Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peters Catholic School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peters Catholic School rank in SC?
St Peters Catholic School ranks #20 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is St Peters Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peters Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peters Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Peters 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 Peters Catholic School a religious school?
St Peters Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 93
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (803) 252-8285
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