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Very Good

#56 of 192 private schools in SC

Top 29% of private schools

Summerville Catholic School

Elementary School

226 BLACK OAK BLVD, Summerville, SC 29485

Private

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#56 of 192

In Summerville

#2 of 5

public schools

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Summerville Catholic School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Summerville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

James H. Spann Elementary

5.9/10

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6.6/10

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About Summerville Catholic School

Summerville Catholic School is a private elementary school in Summerville, SC. Summerville Catholic School serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Summerville Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares0.9 pts above SC schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • SC avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 184 students, Summerville 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.

Summerville 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

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How Summerville Catholic School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Summerville, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
This School
vs
16.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
184
This School
vs
866
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.8% vs 0%
Black 4.9% vs 0%
Asian 4.3% vs 0%
Summerville Catholic School Summerville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Summerville Catholic School (this school) 7.0
James H. Spann Elementary 5.9
Summerville Elementary 6.6
Alston Middle 4.4
Alston-Bailey Elementary 5.7
Flowertown Elementary 4.8
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary 6.7
Newington Elementary 4.8
Gregg Middle 4.5
Lowcountry Connection Academy 2.7
Knightsville Elementary 5.8
Charles B. DuBose Middle 3.8
William M. Reeves Elementary 6.4
Nexton Elementary 6.9
Sangaree Elementary 5.7
Sangaree Intermediate 2.9
East Edisto Middle 5.1
Beech Hill Elementary 7.4
Fort Dorchester Elementary 6.5
Rollings Middle School of the Arts 7.5
Sand Hill Elementary 6.8

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Summerville

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 48%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 184
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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)

White 68.5%
Hispanic 16.8%
Black 4.9%
Asian 4.3%
Pacific Islander 3.8%
Native American 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

226 BLACK OAK BLVD, Summerville, SC 29485

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summerville Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nexton Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Summerville Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Summerville, see our Summerville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
James H. Spann Elementary Summerville 0.2 mi 5.9
Summerville Elementary Summerville 0.4 mi 6.6
BETHANY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Summerville 0.6 mi
CHARIS ACADEMY Summerville 0.6 mi
TRINITY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Summerville 0.8 mi 5.7
Alston Middle Summerville 1.6 mi 4.4
Alston-Bailey Elementary Summerville 1.8 mi 5.7
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary Summerville 2.2 mi 6.7
Flowertown Elementary Summerville 2.2 mi 4.8
Newington Elementary Summerville 2.3 mi 4.8
Lowcountry Connection Academy Summerville 2.8 mi 2.7
Gregg Middle Summerville 2.7 mi 4.5
Summerville High Summerville 2.7 mi 7.2
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & DAYCARE Summerville 3.0 mi 6.8
Knightsville Elementary Summerville 3.5 mi 5.8
Nexton Elementary Summerville 4.1 mi 6.9
Oakbrook Elementary Ladson 4.0 mi 4.5
Oakbrook Middle Ladson 4.1 mi 3.7
Charles B. DuBose Middle Summerville 4.0 mi 3.8
PINEWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Summerville 3.9 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29485 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,287

Median Home Value

$311,300

Median Rent

$1,473/mo

Population

58,670

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

37

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
WEDGEFIELD UNIVERSITY FOR KIDS Wedgefield, SC 7.0
Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy Trenton, SC 6.9
ST MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aiken, SC 7.1
Tamassee-Salem Elementary Tamassee, SC 6.9
CHARLESTON BILINGUAL ACADEMY North Charleston, SC 6.8
THE CHARLESTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston, SC 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summerville Catholic School

What grades does Summerville Catholic School serve?

Summerville Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Summerville Catholic School?

Summerville Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summerville Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Summerville Catholic School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Summerville Catholic School rank in SC?

Summerville Catholic School ranks #56 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Summerville Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Summerville Catholic 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 Summerville Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Summerville 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 Summerville Catholic School a religious school?

Summerville Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
184
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dorchester County

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