Whether moving to a new Aiken County neighborhood or settling in the area for the first time, homebuyers often compare the various public and private schools available to their children.
Public Schools in Aiken
The Aiken County Public School District provides public education for students across the county. The district has over 23,000 students spread across 21 elementary schools, 12 middle schools and eight high schools. Around 48%- 51% of students in the district are proficient in reading, while roughly 34% achieve math proficiency.
Top High Schools in Aiken
Top Aiken high schools offering grades nine through 12 include:
- Aiken Scholars Academy
- North Augusta High School
- South Aiken High School
Top Middle Schools in Aiken
Top Aiken middle schools offering grades six through eight include:
- New Ellenton Middle
- North Augusta Middle
- Paul Knox Middle
Top Elementary Schools in Aiken
Top Aiken elementary schools offering pre-k through grade five include:
- Clearwater Elementary
- Belvedere Elementary
- Chukker Creek Elementary
Private Schools in Aiken
Families in Aiken County can choose between 15 private schools. Each private school has a religious affiliation.
Over 2,500 students attend private schools in Aiken County. While South Carolina’s private schools comprise 8% of the student population, 10% of K-12 students in Aiken County attend a private school.
Mead Hall Episcopal School
Mead Hall Episcopal School is Aiken County’s premier private school. With a tuition over $11,000 for the highest grade, over 370 students attend the school. All of its students graduate and pursue post-secondary education.
South Aiken Baptist Christian School
South Aiken Baptist Christian School is another top choice for private K-12 education in Aiken County. Around 230 students attend the school, which costs over $6,000 annually. All South Aiken Baptist Christian School students graduate and receive college placement.
Victory Christian School
Victory Christian School is a private school in the North Augusta portion of Aiken County. This school is small, hosting 90-150 students each year. Tuition ranges from $6,250-$6,750, depending on the grade level. Around 75% of Victory Christian School graduates advance to colleges and universities.
Finance Your Move to Aiken County, South Carolina
Assurance Financial can provide the financing and tools you need to move to Aiken County. You can use our mortgage calculator to estimate your payment while evaluating the cost of private school versus public education in Aiken County. To apply for a mortgage, complete our 15-minute pre-qualification process online or find your local loan officer to discuss options.