Private High Schools Near Greenville, SC

An independent college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Christ Church Episcopal School is one of the Greenville, SC area’s most prestigious academic institutions, serving approximately 1,200 students in grades K5-12.

If you are looking for a school that will offer your child an educational experience unlike any other in the Upstate, a school that champions exploration and critical thinking within a community where every child is known, supported, and valued, then you will want to consider becoming a part of the CCES family.

What makes CCES different from other Upstate schools? CCES offers a unique academic journey from Primer (K5) through 12th grade, from the IB Primary Years Program in Lower School to Advanced Placement and IB courses in Upper School, with a 100% college acceptance rate and SAT scores that consistently outpace national averages.

Is financial aid available? Yes! Tuition assistance is available for families who qualify. Visit cces.org/admission/financial-aid to learn more.

Best For: Students K5–12th grade whose families want rigorous IB and AP academics within a values-driven, community-centered school
Location: 245 Cavalier Drive, Greenville, SC
Website: cces.org

Bob Jones Academy (BJA) has been partnering with Christian families since 1927 to provide an excellent, Christ-centered education for students from preschool through 12th grade. With a nurturing faculty and a strong academic foundation, BJA equips students to grow intellectually, spiritually, and personally in a caring, supportive environment.

At BJA, students are encouraged to pursue academic excellence while developing integrity, character, and a love for Jesus Christ. Instruction is rooted in a biblical worldview, and teachers model Christ-like character while challenging students to think critically, work diligently, and serve others. Our guiding principles, eternity-focused, growing, humble, transparent, unified, loving, and excellent, shape everything we do.

BJA’s college-preparatory program prepares students for future success with rigorous coursework, including honors math and science tracks and a robust dual-credit program through Bob Jones University. Graduates leave BJA confident, well-prepared for college, and grounded in their faith. Bob Jones Academy is fully accredited by both Cognia and the American Association of Christian Schools.

To learn more about how Bob Jones Academy can partner with your family, contact us at bja@bobjonesacademy.net or 864.770.1395.

First Presbyterian Academy At First Presbyterian Academy, students are known by name, challenged to grow, and called to something greater. From the earliest years through graduation, we provide a Christ-centered, college-preparatory education that develops the whole child academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally.

In our Lower School, small class sizes, hands-on learning, intentional technology use, weekly chapel, daily Bible instruction, and enriching opportunities such as IGNITE and Related Arts foster curiosity, character, and a lifelong love of learning.

In our Upper School, students are prepared for college and beyond through rigorous academics, including Advanced Placement and dual enrollment courses, while faculty mentors invest deeply in their spiritual and personal growth through chapel, Discover Groups, Impact Service Days, and meaningful traditions like the Windy Gap Retreat.

Throughout every grade, our students are encouraged to think critically, lead courageously, serve faithfully, and discover God’s unique calling for their lives.

What makes FPA different from other Christian schools? FPA combines rigorous college-preparatory academics with deep spiritual investment. Faculty mentors know every student by name and walk alongside them through every stage of growth, from Lower School curiosity to Upper School leadership and service.

What college prep opportunities are available? Upper School students have access to Advanced Placement and dual enrollment courses, plus state championship athletics, student ambassador programs, and a strong college counseling pathway that has sent graduates to top universities nationwide.

First Presbyterian Academy has given me a high school experience like no other. Not only was I challenged through exceptional academic opportunities that helped me reach my dream school, Pepperdine University, but I also found mentors and friendships that will stay with me for the rest of my life. FPA provided a unique environment where my teachers invested in my spiritual growth, giving me the foundation to excel academically, compete on state championship volleyball teams, and serve as a student ambassador, all alongside my very best friends. I am incredibly grateful for the ways FPA has prepared me for what’s ahead.

— Claire Bostrom, Class of 2026 Valedictorian

Best For: Families seeking a Christ-centered, college-preparatory education where every student is known, challenged, and called to something greater
Location: Shannon Forest Campus: 829 Garlington Rd, Greenville, SC 29615 | Downtown Campus: 200 W. Washington St, Greenville, SC 29601
Website: firstpresacademy.com

 Questions parents ask about Southside Christian School:

How strong are the academics? SCS offers a rigorous, college-preparatory program with AP, honors, and dual-enrollment options. Small class sizes allow teachers to give individualized attention, balancing academic challenge with meaningful support for every student.
How is faith integrated into the school day? A biblical worldview is woven into every subject area and throughout student life. Teachers model Christian values, students participate in chapel, and spiritual formation is central to the SCS mission, creating an environment where faith and learning genuinely go hand in hand.
What makes SCS different from other private schools? SCS combines superior academics with award-winning fine arts, competitive athletics, and meaningful co-curricular opportunities, all within a close-knit community where students are known by name and encouraged to discover all that God has for them.

Best for: Students Pre-K through 12th grade whose families want rigorous academics grounded in biblical truth
Southside Christian Website: southsidechristian.org
Location: Simpsonville, SC 

At St. Joseph’s Catholic School, we’re more than just a private, co-ed day school – we’re a family, rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition, dedicated to shaping students’ minds, hearts, and souls in the image of Christ.

An independent Catholic school approved by the Diocese of Charleston and listed in the Newman Guide, our vibrant community includes students from 37 zip codes, 24 cities, and six counties, all united by a commitment to academic excellence and personal growth.

What academic programs set St. Joseph’s Catholic School apart? St. Joseph’s offers the College Board’s AP Capstone Program, 22 Honors classes, and 10 Honor Societies — fostering cross-disciplinary learning, independent research, and evidence-based argumentation that prepare students for college and beyond.

What are the outcomes for graduates? 98% of St. Joseph’s graduates earn merit-based scholarships, a testament to the school’s commitment to academic excellence and whole-person formation.

Best For: Families seeking a rigorous, authentically Catholic co-ed education from K5 through 12th grade in Greenville
Location: Greenville, SC
Learn more at the St. Joseph’s Catholic School website.

Greenville Classical Academy is a K3-12 Christ-centered classical education that equips students to glorify God in thought, word, and deed through academics and biblical truth.
At GCA, you’re investing in your child’s future because you know education shapes more than a career; it shapes the whole person. You want your child to grow into someone who loves God, pursues wisdom, and is prepared to lead faithfully.

We’re here to partner with you in that calling. Our vision is to see biblically educated, academically prepared leaders in our homes, communities, and world.

What is Classical Christian Education? At GCA, education shapes more than a career; it shapes the whole person. Students grow into someone who loves God, pursues wisdom, and is prepared to lead faithfully, graduating as young men and women equipped to glorify God in their homes, communities, and the world.

What makes GCA’s approach distinct? The classical model moves students through three intentional stages: Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric; building knowledge, critical thinking, and communication in sequence, all anchored in Scripture and biblical truth.

Best For: Families seeking a rigorous, Christ-centered classical education from preschool through 12th grade in Greenville

Visit our website to learn more about the admissions process and to see how GCA can partner with your family. Call 864.329.9884 or email admissions@greenvilleclassical.com for more
information.

Spartanburg Christian Academy is religiously affiliated with First Baptist North Spartanburg and offers programming and curriculum for 3K through 12th Grade.

Hampton Park Christian School in Greenville offers curriculum, education, and programming for K5 through 12th Grade.

Southside Christian School (SCS) partners with Christian parents in providing an excellent education consistent with biblical truth. Elementary, Middle, and High School students are welcome!

Oakbrook is a College Preparatory School with Christian education in Spartanburg.

• Lower School: K3 through 4th Grade
• Middle School: 5th – 8th Grade
• Upper School: 9th – 12th Grade

Greenville Classical Academy models classical education in a Christian environment and strives for excellence in academics as well as in every other aspect of life. Offers K4 – 12th grade.

K4 & K-5 are morning schedule with extended care option.

A bilingual school with small classes, native-speaking teachers, and French‑American curricula, offering an immersive multicultural environment where every child thrives academically and personally

Veritas is a Christian, Classical, and University Model School serving grades K-12 in Greenville.

The South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind, located in Spartanburg, offers a specialized school for children from preschool through grade 12.  The school provides vision and hearing services in communities and schools throughout South Carolina.

Religiously affiliated with Mountain View Baptist Church

Grades: 4K preschool – 12th

Westgate Christian School in Spartanburg is religiously affiliated with Westgate Baptist Church and offers faith-based curriculum for 3K – 12th grade.

Spartanburg Day School is a nationally-accredited independent school, offering curriculum and programming for 3K through 12th grade.

Calvary Christian School in Greer offers faith-based curriculum for K2 – 12th Grade.

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School in Greenville offers a classical program through the Catholic faith for children in Kindergarten through 12th Grade.