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Below Average

#177 of 192 private schools in SC

Williamsburg Academy

School

1000 SANDY BAY RD, Kingstree, SC 29556

Private

Enrollment

409

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#177 of 192

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Williamsburg Academy

4.4/10

School in Kingstree · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Kingstree Middle Magnet

4.7/10

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3.8/10

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About Williamsburg Academy

Williamsburg Academy is a private school in Kingstree, SC. Williamsburg Academy serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Williamsburg Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares1.8 pts below SC schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • SC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Williamsburg 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

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How Williamsburg Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Kingstree, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
This School
vs
15.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
409
This School
vs
455
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.1% vs 0%
Black 2.4% vs 0%
Asian 0.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.2% vs 0%
Williamsburg Academy Kingstree Public Avg

All Schools in Kingstree

School Rating
Williamsburg Academy (this school) 4.4
Kingstree Middle Magnet 4.7
Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy 3.8
W.M. Anderson Primary 8.9
Kingstree High

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+ 3.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,137.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 7%
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 409
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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 96.1%
Black 2.4%
Asian 0.7%
Two or More 0.5%
Hispanic 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1000 SANDY BAY RD, Kingstree, SC 29556

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Williamsburg Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. W.M. Anderson Primary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C. E. Murray Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Greeleyville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walker-Gamble Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby New Zion), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kingstree, see our Kingstree schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Kingstree Middle Magnet Kingstree 0.5 mi 4.7
Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy Kingstree 0.6 mi 3.8
WILLIAMSBURG KINDERGARTEN DAYCARE Kingstree 0.8 mi
W.M. Anderson Primary Kingstree 0.9 mi 8.9
KINGSTREE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kingstree 1.7 mi
Kingstree High Kingstree 2.0 mi
Greeleyville Primary Greeleyville 11.7 mi 4.9
C. E. Murray Elementary Greeleyville 11.7 mi 7.6
C. E. Murray Middle Greeleyville 11.7 mi 6.0
Ronald E. McNair Jr. High Lake City 13.5 mi 4.8
THE CAROLINA ACADEMY Lake City 13.8 mi 4.8
J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet Lake City 13.9 mi 5.4
Main Street Elementary Lake City 14.0 mi 3.2
Lake City High Lake City 14.8 mi 7.3
Lake City Early Childhood Center Lake City 15.0 mi 6.6
Scranton Elementary Scranton 16.7 mi 5.8
Walker-Gamble Elementary New Zion 15.8 mi 7.6
Olanta Elementary Olanta 18.7 mi 4.1
East Clarendon Middle-High Turbeville 18.0 mi
St. Stephen Middle St. Stephen 19.9 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,413

Median Home Value

$100,700

Median Rent

$703/mo

Population

11,133

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

23.9%

Median Age

42.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ANDREW JACKSON ACADEMY Elshardt, SC 4.4
CALHOUN ACADEMY Saint Matthews, SC 4.3
CLARENDON HALL SCHOOL Summerton, SC 4.7
EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hartsville, SC 4.7
PATRICK HENRY ACADEMY Estill, SC 4.1
DORCHESTER ACADEMY Saint George, SC 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Williamsburg Academy

What grades does Williamsburg Academy serve?

Williamsburg Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Williamsburg Academy?

Williamsburg Academy has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Williamsburg Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Williamsburg Academy is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Williamsburg Academy rank in SC?

Williamsburg Academy ranks #177 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Williamsburg Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Williamsburg Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Williamsburg Academy a private school?

Yes, Williamsburg Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Williamsburg Academy a religious school?

Williamsburg Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
409
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Williamsburg County

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