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Episcopal Grades 1–12

Porter-Gaud School Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $22,000/year78% above national avg . Located in Charleston, South Carolina.

$22,000
Annual Tuition
$1,833
Per Month
860
Enrolled Students
$365,790
K–12 Total Est.

How Porter-Gaud School Compares

Porter-Gaud School $22,000/yr
South Carolina Average $8,950/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

Porter-Gaud School tuition is 146% above South Carolina avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Reported school tuition.
$22,000/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $22,000/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at Porter-Gaud School would cost approximately:

$365,790

Estimate assumes 13 years (K–12) at 4% annual increase. Actual costs vary — contact the school for current rates. Use our calculator for your state's average →

School Information

Location
Charleston, SC
Affiliation
Episcopal
Grades Offered
1–12
Enrollment
860 students
School Type
Episcopal
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Porter-Gaud School tuition cost?

Porter-Gaud School charges $22,000/year in 2026 — 78% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in Charleston, South Carolina. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending Porter-Gaud School from K–12?

At the current tuition of $22,000/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for Porter-Gaud School is approximately $365,790. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does Porter-Gaud School tuition compare to other South Carolina private schools?

Porter-Gaud School's tuition of $22,000/year is $13,050 above the South Carolina private school average of $8,950/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in South Carolina.

Does Porter-Gaud School offer financial aid?

Most private schools, including independent private schools, offer need-based financial aid. Nationally, about 27% of private school students receive aid averaging 48% of tuition. Contact Porter-Gaud School's admissions office directly for current aid availability and application requirements.

Tuition data sourced from the NCES Private School Universe Survey 2021–22. Figures represent reported or estimated annual tuition. Actual costs may vary — contact the school directly for current tuition, fees, and financial aid information. Data last updated March 2026.