For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 blue ribbon private high schools serving 2,328 students in South Carolina.
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in South Carolina include Ben Lippen School and Southside Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the South Carolina private high school average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of blue ribbon private high schools in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this and .
Top Ranked South Carolina Blue Ribbon ²ÝÁñÉçÇø High Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7401 Monticello Road
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 807-4000
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 807-4000
Gr: NS-12 | 1,038 student Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 21 Blue Ribbon year: 2023 Tuition listed
Southside Christian School![Southside Christian School Photo]( "Southside Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
2211 Woodruff Rd
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 234-7575
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 234-7575
Gr: PK-12 | 1,290 student Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 10 Blue Ribbon year: 2007 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in South Carolina?
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in South Carolina include Ben Lippen School and Southside Christian School.
How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in South Carolina?
2 blue ribbon private high schools are located in South Carolina.
What percentage of blue ribbon private high schools are religiously affiliated in South Carolina?
100% of blue ribbon private high schools in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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