At Calhoun Academy, we hope to increase the student's ability to think rationally, to express thought clearly, and to read and listen with understanding.
We want to encourage each student to develop the traditional American values of honesty, respect for fellow human beings, rights of others, respect for authority, self-respect, morality, patriotism, physical and mental well being.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked SC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,900
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Calhoun Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Blue, Gold
Student Body
Total Students
424 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
See website
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Virginia Haigler
Admissions Associate
Jacquelyn Fogle
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavalier
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Calhoun Academy cost?
Calhoun Academy's tuition is approximately $5,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Calhoun Academy?
The acceptance rate of Calhoun Academy is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
What sports does Calhoun Academy offer?
Calhoun Academy offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting.
What is Calhoun Academy's ranking?
Calhoun Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Calhoun Academy?
The application deadline for Calhoun Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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1140 S Duke St
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(803) 485-3550
Summerton, SC 29148
(803) 485-3550
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Gr: PK-12 | 297 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
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1140 S Duke St
Summerton, SC 29148
(803) 485-3550
Summerton, SC 29148
(803) 485-3550
24.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 297 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
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(Christian)
1140 S Duke St
Summerton, SC 29148
(803) 485-3550
Summerton, SC 29148
(803) 485-3550
24.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 297 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
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(Christian)
1140 S Duke St
Summerton, SC 29148
(803) 485-3550
Summerton, SC 29148
(803) 485-3550
24.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 297 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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First Assembly Christian School
Alternative School (Assembly of God)
1176 Calhoun Rd
Saint Matthews, SC 29135
(803) 655-7349
Saint Matthews, SC 29135
(803) 655-7349
2.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students
Orangeburg Christian Academy
(Christian)
1842 Joe S. Jeffords Hwy
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-0121
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-0121
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Vanard J. Mendinghall Junior Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1202 Decatur St
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 535-3730
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 535-3730
10.4 miles
Gr: K-2 | 64 students
St. Andrews Methodist Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1980 Columbia Rd
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-3193
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-3193
11 miles
Gr: PK-K | 51 students
2651 North Rd
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 534-7970
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 534-7970
11.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 558 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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First Assembly Christian School
Alternative School (Assembly of God)
1176 Calhoun Rd
Saint Matthews, SC 29135
(803) 655-7349
Saint Matthews, SC 29135
(803) 655-7349
2.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students
Orangeburg Christian Academy
(Christian)
1842 Joe S. Jeffords Hwy
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-0121
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-0121
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
2651 North Rd
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 534-7970
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 534-7970
11.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 558 students Tuition listed
2456 Broughton St
Orangeburg, SC 29116
(803) 536-6167
Orangeburg, SC 29116
(803) 536-6167
11.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 44 students
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1101 Old Sandy Run Rd
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 603-8064
Gaston, SC 29053
(803) 603-8064
19 miles
Gr: K-11 Tuition listed
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Orangeburg Christian Academy
(Christian)
1842 Joe S. Jeffords Hwy
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-0121
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-0121
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Vanard J. Mendinghall Junior Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1202 Decatur St
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 535-3730
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 535-3730
10.4 miles
Gr: K-2 | 64 students
2651 North Rd
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 534-7970
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 534-7970
11.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 558 students Tuition listed
Brighter Children Learning Center
Alternative School (Baptist)
1830 Old Whittaker Pkwy
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 937-5701
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 937-5701
11.6 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 28 students
2456 Broughton St
Orangeburg, SC 29116
(803) 536-6167
Orangeburg, SC 29116
(803) 536-6167
11.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 44 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Orangeburg Christian Academy
(Christian)
1842 Joe S. Jeffords Hwy
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-0121
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-0121
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
St. Andrews Methodist Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1980 Columbia Rd
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-3193
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-3193
11 miles
Gr: PK-K | 51 students
2651 North Rd
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 534-7970
Orangeburg, SC 29118
(803) 534-7970
11.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 558 students Tuition listed
Brighter Children Learning Center
Alternative School (Baptist)
1830 Old Whittaker Pkwy
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 937-5701
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 937-5701
11.6 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 28 students
Greater Faith Baptist Church Child Devt Center
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
203 Dorchester St
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-5258
Orangeburg, SC 29115
(803) 536-5258
11.6 miles
Gr: K | 4 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Vocational School
6052 Slab Landing Road
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-7661
Cope, SC 29038
(803) 534-7661
8768.4 miles
Gr: 9-12
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
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2/
Bottom 50%10
1411 Bedford Avenue
North, SC 29112
(803) 247-2184
North, SC 29112
(803) 247-2184
8768.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
692 Cromer Avenue
North, SC 29112
(803) 247-2541
North, SC 29112
(803) 247-2541
8768.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 227 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1195 I. W. Hutto Road
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7006
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7006
8769.9 miles
Gr: 9 | 274 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
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5/
Bottom 50%10
500 East First Street
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7007
Swansea, SC 29160
(803) 490-7007
8770.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 695 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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