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#93 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 48% of private schools
Whetstone Academy Llc
Elementary School
186 BRIANS LAKE RD, Mountain Rest, SC 29664
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
5th – 9th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
5th – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#93 of 192
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Whetstone Academy Llc
Elementary School in Mountain Rest · grades 5th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Whetstone Academy Llc
Whetstone Academy Llc is a private elementary school in Mountain Rest, SC. Whetstone Academy Llc serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 5th-9th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Whetstone Academy Llc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #93 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Whetstone Academy Llc 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Whetstone Academy Llc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Whetstone Academy Llc 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.
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
186 BRIANS LAKE RD, Mountain Rest, SC 29664
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whetstone Academy Llc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rabun County Primary School (rated 7.6/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Tiger), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rabun County Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Tiger), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tamassee-Salem Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Tamassee), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mountain Rest, see our Mountain Rest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walhalla | 8.4 mi | — |
| NEW HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walhalla | 8.9 mi | — |
| James M. Brown Elementary Walhalla | 9.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Walhalla Middle Walhalla | 9.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Walhalla High Walhalla | 8.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Tamassee-Salem Elementary Tamassee | 9.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Walhalla Elementary West Union | 10.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Highlands School Highlands | 12.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Orchard Park Elementary Westminster | 13.8 mi | 4.7 |
| West Oak Middle Westminster | 13.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Westminster Elementary Westminster | 13.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CHEROKEE CREEK BOYS SCHOOL Westminster | 14.7 mi | — |
| Rabun County Elementary School Tiger | 12.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Rabun County Primary School Tiger | 12.9 mi | 7.6 |
| RABUN-GAP NACOOCHEE SCHOOL Rabun Gap | 13.5 mi | 6.5 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westminster | 15.2 mi | 6.2 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westminster | 15.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Rabun County Middle School Tiger | 13.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Rabun County High School Tiger | 13.4 mi | 8.4 |
| OCONEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seneca | 14.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$219,100
Median Rent
$1,012/mo
Population
1,754
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
77.9%
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
50.6
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|---|---|
| PAWLEYS ISLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pawleys Island, SC | 6.5 |
| SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle Spartanburg, SC | 6.6 |
| FREEDOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rock Hill, SC | 6.7 |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spartanburg, SC | 7.3 |
| U U WORLD OF CHILDREN Greenville, SC | 7.9 |
| ALL SAINTS CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pawleys Island, SC | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whetstone Academy Llc
What grades does Whetstone Academy Llc serve?
Whetstone Academy Llc serves students in grades 5th through 9th.
How many students attend Whetstone Academy Llc?
Whetstone Academy Llc has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whetstone Academy Llc?
The student-teacher ratio at Whetstone Academy Llc is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Whetstone Academy Llc rank in SC?
Whetstone Academy Llc ranks #93 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Whetstone Academy Llc's MySchoolScout rating?
Whetstone Academy Llc 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 Whetstone Academy Llc a private school?
Yes, Whetstone Academy Llc is a private all-boys 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 Whetstone Academy Llc a religious school?
No, Whetstone Academy Llc is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 225 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Oconee County
- Phone
- (864) 638-6005
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