For the 2026-27 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 300 students located throughout South Carolina.
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Historical Statistics Overview
This State (SC)
US
# Schools
1 Schools
270 Schools
# Students
300 Students
106,591 Students
Academics and Faculty
This State (SC)
US
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
8:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
n/a
69%
Academic Programs
This State (SC)
US
Avg. AP Courses
n/a
22
Avg. IB Courses
n/a
28
Avg. Class Size
n/a
13
Academic Performance
This State (SC)
US
Avg. SAT Score
n/a
1270
Avg. ACT Score
n/a
27
Avg. Acceptance Rate
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59%
Tuition and Finances
This State (SC)
US
Avg. Tuition (Boarding)
n/a
$64,477
Avg. Tuition (Day)
n/a
$38,040
Avg. Tuition (International)
n/a
$62,455
Avg. Financial Aid Rate
n/a
42%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$26,973
Avg. Endowment
n/a
$83 MM
Student Diversity
This State (SC)
US
% Students of Color
n/a
30%
% International Students
n/a
27%
% Boarding Students
n/a
59%
Top South Carolina Boarding Schools (2026-27)
School
Location
Quick Facts
520 Hwy. 1 North
Camden, SC 29020
(803) 432-6001
Camden, SC 29020
(803) 432-6001
Gr: 7-12, PG | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 80% Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many boarding schools are located in South Carolina?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in South Carolina.
What is the oldest boarding school in South Carolina?
Camden Military Academy, founded in 1892, is the oldest boarding school in South Carolina.
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