The Carolina Academy (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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The Carolina Academy

351 N Country Club Rd
Lake City, SC 29560

Tel: (843) 374-5485

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The Carolina Academy in Lake City, SC offers co鈥揺d education for grades PK through 12 in a rural community setting.

The school enrolls 382 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 15:1 supported by 25 teachers.

Yearly tuition at The Carolina Academy is $5,200 for its elementary and secondary programs.

The school offers 5 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and serves a student body that is 12.5% students of color.

Founded with a Baptist religious affiliation, The Carolina Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for largest student enrollment.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked SC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 382 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,200
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

The Carolina Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Overview

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Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

382 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 18%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

5 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,200

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School Notes

School Motto: Advancement Through Academics is the primary goal of The Carolina Academy administration, faculty, and staff.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Carolina Academy cost?

The Carolina Academy's tuition is approximately $5,200 for private students.

What schools are The Carolina Academy often compared to?

The Carolina Academy is often viewed alongside schools like The King's Academy by visitors of our site.

What is The Carolina Academy's ranking?

The Carolina Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for The Carolina Academy?

The application deadline for The Carolina Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked SC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 382 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,200
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Florence County, SC is $7,006 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).