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#97 of 192 private schools in SC

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Trinity Collegiate School

High School

5001 HOFFMEYER RD, Darlington, SC 29532

Private

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#97 of 192

In Darlington

#1 of 2

public schools

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Trinity Collegiate School

6.5/10

High School in Darlington · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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5.7/10

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About Trinity Collegiate School

Trinity Collegiate School is a private high school in Darlington, SC. Trinity Collegiate School serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Collegiate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares0.8 pts below SC schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

Trinity Collegiate 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.

Trinity Collegiate School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Trinity Collegiate School compares to the 7 public schools in Darlington, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
405
This School
vs
584
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76% vs 0%
Black 14.1% vs 0%
Asian 5.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 2% vs 0%
Trinity Collegiate School Darlington Public Avg

All Schools in Darlington

School Rating
Trinity Collegiate School (this school) 6.5
Pate Elementary 6.0
Brockington Elementary 4.8
Darlington Middle 5.7
Mayo High For Math Science & Technology 8.7
J. L. Cain Elementary 7.3
St. John's Elementary 4.6
Darlington High 8.9

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)
C 2.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,320
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 40%
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 405
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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 76.0%
Black 14.1%
Asian 5.9%
Hispanic 2.0%
Two or More 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5001 HOFFMEYER RD, Darlington, SC 29532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Collegiate School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Darlington High (rated 8.9/10, 6.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mayo High For Math Science & Technology (rated 8.7/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Florence High (rated 8.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Darlington, see our Darlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Pate Elementary Darlington 3.9 mi 6.0
Darlington Middle Darlington 4.3 mi 5.7
Brockington Elementary Darlington 4.3 mi 4.8
Mayo High For Math Science & Technology Darlington 5.2 mi 8.7
St. John's Elementary Darlington 5.6 mi 4.6
Lucy T. Davis Elementary Florence 5.3 mi 7.8
J. L. Cain Elementary Darlington 5.6 mi 7.3
John W. Moore Middle Florence 5.5 mi 4.5
Darlington High Darlington 6.3 mi 8.9
THE KING'S ACADEMY Florence 6.4 mi 5.8
TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Darlington 7.3 mi 5.7
Henry L. Sneed Middle Florence 6.8 mi 4.6
Brockington Elementary Magnet Timmonsville 8.1 mi 7.1
Virtus Academy of South Carolina Florence 6.7 mi 5.9
ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Florence 7.0 mi 8.7
West Florence High Florence 7.1 mi 8.1
Lamar-Spaulding Elementary Lamar 7.4 mi 8.9
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence 7.7 mi 5.0
Delmae Heights Elementary Florence 7.9 mi 6.3
Carver Elementary Florence 8.0 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,810

Median Home Value

$120,400

Median Rent

$885/mo

Population

20,272

College Educated

15.1%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

43.6

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Whitmire Community School (High) Whitmire, SC 6.6
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JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ridgeland, SC 6.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trinity Collegiate School

What grades does Trinity Collegiate School serve?

Trinity Collegiate School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Trinity Collegiate School?

Trinity Collegiate School has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Collegiate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Collegiate School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Trinity Collegiate School rank in SC?

Trinity Collegiate School ranks #97 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Trinity Collegiate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Collegiate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Trinity Collegiate School a private school?

Yes, Trinity Collegiate School 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 Trinity Collegiate School a religious school?

No, Trinity Collegiate School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
405
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Darlington County

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