Private Schools in Central, South Carolina

Christ Church Episcopal School is a highly respected independent school serving the Upstate South Carolina region, including Central. With a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, CCES offers extensive Advanced Placement courses, comprehensive arts programs, and competitive athletics. The school features state-of-the-art facilities including science labs, performing arts centers, and athletic complexes. Known for its strong academic reputation and character development, CCES maintains small class sizes and personalized attention with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. The school serves students from preschool through 12th grade and has a strong track record of college placements at top universities.

St. Joseph's Catholic School is a premier Catholic college preparatory school serving Central and the greater Greenville area. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum with 24 Advanced Placement courses, robust STEM programs, and extensive fine arts offerings. With modern facilities including science and technology labs, athletic complexes, and performing arts spaces, St. Joseph's provides a well-rounded education grounded in Catholic values. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio and emphasizes character formation alongside academic excellence. Students consistently achieve high SAT scores and gain acceptance to competitive colleges and universities.

Shannon Forest Christian School is an established Christian school serving families in Central and the Greenville metropolitan area. The school offers a comprehensive college preparatory program integrated with biblical worldview education. With a focus on academic excellence and spiritual development, Shannon Forest provides Advanced Placement courses, competitive athletic programs, and extensive fine arts opportunities. The campus features modern classrooms, science laboratories, athletic facilities, and technology resources. The school maintains small class sizes and personalized attention, with a strong community atmosphere and emphasis on character development. Shannon Forest serves students from preschool through 12th grade with a proven track record of college readiness.