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Charleston, SC educational institutions

There are 660 schools and educational institutions in the greater Charleston South Carolina metro area, including the cities of Charleston and North Charleston. Combined, these Charleston metro educational institutions employ 5,796 people, earn more than $6 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $5 billion.
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Types of educational institutions in Charleston

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Educational service providers
 
186
 
$13,294,357
Student service organizations
 
160
 
$80,457,856
Parent teacher associations
 
109
 
$4,741,471
Preschool, elementary, and secondary schools
 
91
 
$324,077,313
Fraternities and sororities
 
60
 
$1,591,016
Scholarship and financial aid organizations
 
56
 
$66,173,004
Organizations supporting a single school or educational institution
 
52
 
$219,030,739
Adult education and ESL centers
 
47
 
$355,938
Education professional societies
 
22
 
$4,466,848
Charter schools
 
19
 
$189,009,752
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Job trends for Charleston, SC educational institutions

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
69
1-10
 
19
11-25
 
14
26-100
 
29
101 to 1,000
 
12
1,000+
 
1
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Sizes of educational institutions in Charleston

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
144
$250k to $1M
 
30
$1M to $5M
 
32
$5M to $25M
 
21
$25M to $100M
 
7
$100M+
 
3
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Directory of educational institutions in Charleston

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The Citadel Foundation

The Citadel Foundation secures philanthropic support for The Citadel, providing scholarships and academic resources to attract and retain outstanding students.
Revenue
$37.9m
Assets
$332.3m
Employees
43
EIN
57-6020493
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charleston Southern University

Charleston Southern University promotes academic excellence in a Christian environment, developing biblical worldview, career-ready skills, and godly character through purposeful programs and experiential learning.
Revenue
$125.2m
Assets
$237.6m
Employees
1,117
EIN
57-0474291
IRS type
501(c)(3)

James Island Charter High School (JICHS)

To develop confident, responsible, life-long learners who can excel in society by creating a diverse curriculum and extracurricular experiences in a safe, nurturing environment supported by faculty, parents and community.
Revenue
$27.6m
Assets
$18.9m
Employees
176
EIN
51-0438043
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Orange Grove Charter School

Orange Grove Charter School nurtures over 1,100 students, providing a supportive, innovative environment that fosters academic excellence and develops confident, responsible learners.
Revenue
$18.7m
Assets
$25.6m
Employees
241
EIN
20-2490360
IRS type
501(c)(3)

College of Charleston Foundation

The Mission of the College of Charleston Foundation is to promote programs of education, research, student development, and faculty development for the exclusive benefit of the College of Charleston.
Revenue
$23.2m
Assets
$222.6m
Employees
6
EIN
23-7069236
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Meeting Street Schools (MSS)

The vision of Meeting Street Schools is to prove what is possible for all students in South Carolina and to fundamentally alter expectations for educators and students working in schools that serve under-resourced communities.
Revenue
$46.8m
Assets
$311.8m
Employees
496
EIN
20-4587841
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Citadel Brigadier Foundation

To raise money from the private sector for athletic scholarship. Scholarship funds are sought from alumni, businesses and friends of the college.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$38.5m
Employees
5
EIN
57-6028468
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charleston School of Law

The mission of the Charleston School of Law foundation inc is to encourage and assist the study, teaching, promoting and research of the rule of Law in Charleston, south carolina and all related subject areas as determined by the board of directors.
Revenue
$27.1m
Assets
$41.4m
Employees
135
EIN
20-0596694
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ashley Hall Foundation

The Ashley Hall Foundation empowers young women through K-12 education, fostering independence and ethical responsibility in a supportive, vibrant learning community.
Revenue
$31.5m
Assets
$71.6m
Employees
376
EIN
57-0314364
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Advanced Technology International

Advanced Technology International is a company that helps to lessen the burdens of government and provides scientific and educational resources. It is located in Summerville, SC.
Revenue
$4.9b
Assets
$2.2b
Employees
419
EIN
57-1067151
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Summerville Preparatory Academy

Summerville Preparatory Academy delivers tuition-free, student-centered charter education, fostering academic excellence, character, collaboration, innovation, and future-ready skills for lifelong success.
Revenue
$8.6m
Assets
$24.3m
Employees
85
EIN
87-4690821
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Citadel Real Estate Foundation

The Citadel Real Estate Foundation supports The Citadel by managing properties, purchasing private homes, and providing event venues for faculty and VIPs.
Revenue
$7.2m
Assets
$33.2m
Employees
1
EIN
81-1175847
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Communities in Schools of South Carolina

Communities in Schools of South Carolina connects K-12 students to school-based supports and community resources, removing barriers so over 25,000 students succeed.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$7.4m
Employees
121
EIN
57-0931840
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carolina Voyager Charter School

The mission of the Carolina Voyager Charter School is to create resilient learners and empathetic citizens by fostering, supporting, and promoting excellence in learning in an engaging, technology rich environment balanced with the social and emotional de....
Revenue
$7.1m
Assets
$27.8m
Employees
72
EIN
46-3633547
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Addlestone Hebrew Academy

Our day school provides an engaging and challenging education in General and Judaic Studies. Students achieve standards of excellence in a nurturing environment that embodies the richness of Jewish life.
Revenue
$6.3m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
79
EIN
57-0409223
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Oceanside Collegiate Academy

Oceanside Collegiate Academy (oca) will serve high school students in a safe, small, family-centered setting who seek the opportunity and challenge of a rigorous curriculum, high academic standards, outstanding athletics while earning up to two years of c....
Revenue
$8.3m
Assets
$27.6m
Employees
46
EIN
47-3902664
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cougar Club / The College of Charleston Athletic Fund Athletic Fund

The Cougar Club supports scholarships and the athletic department at the College of Charleston through donations, fundraisers, and special events.
Revenue
$9.9m
Assets
$7.0m
Employees
0
EIN
57-0640443
IRS type
501(c)(3)

East Cooper Montessori Charter School (ECMCS)

East Cooper Montessori Charter School's mission is to provide a rigorous Montessori education, guiding children toward academic excellence, lifelong learning, and stewardship of the greater community.
Revenue
$7.5m
Assets
$9.0m
Employees
79
EIN
27-0050827
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Palmetto Scholars Academy

Palmetto Scholars Academy utilizes the best practices of gifted education to meet the distinctive academic, social, and emotional needs of students. During the 2022-23 school year, PSA educated approximately 500 students.
Revenue
$6.2m
Assets
$9.5m
Employees
74
EIN
26-4450679
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Mason Preparatory School

Charleston-based Mason Prep nurtures the whole child in a respectful environment, preparing students for secondary education through personal responsibility and integrity.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$17.0m
Employees
98
EIN
57-0447248
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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