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#99 of 192 private schools in SC
Trident Academy
School
1455 WAKENDAW RD, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#99 of 192
In Mount Pleasant
#4 of 8
public schools
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Trident Academy
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About Trident Academy
Trident Academy is a private school in Mount Pleasant, SC. Trident Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Trident Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Trident Academy 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Trident Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Trident Academy 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 Trident Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Mount Pleasant, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trident Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| Moultrie Middle | 7.4 |
| Mt. Pleasant Academy | 8.5 |
| Laing Middle | 7.9 |
| Oceanside Collegiate Academy | 7.9 |
| Wando High | 8.1 |
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
1455 WAKENDAW RD, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trident Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF THE LOWCOUNTRY (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PALMETTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 4.7/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,215
Median Home Value
$672,400
Median Rent
$1,973/mo
Population
51,758
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Loris, SC | 6.4 |
| HAWTHORNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chester, SC | 6.7 |
| Pendergrass Fairwold School Columbia, SC | 6.8 |
| Cedar Springs Academy Spartanburg, SC | 6.0 |
| MULLINS MARION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mullins, SC | 6.0 |
| MISSION HOPE FOUNDATION Columbia, SC | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trident Academy
What grades does Trident Academy serve?
Trident Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Trident Academy?
Trident Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trident Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Trident Academy is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Trident Academy rank in SC?
Trident Academy ranks #99 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Trident Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Trident Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Trident Academy a private school?
Yes, Trident Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Trident Academy a religious school?
No, Trident Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Charleston County
- Phone
- (843) 884-7046
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