Mt Zion Christian School

724 Garlington Rd, Greenville, SC, 29615-0296
Tel: (864)297-6646
Grades: K - 8 | 128 students
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It is the mission of Mt. Zion Christian School, with the support of the family, to educate our students to think and act intelligently, as well as speak, listen, and behave from a Christian perspective. MZCS uses proven methods of teaching academics. The biblically integrated curriculum incorporates foundation building, phonics, drills, visual aids, manipulatives, problem solving, and engaged learning in order to challenge our students. Our goal is to provide a challenging curriculum insuring that our students receive the highest standards of academic training and at the same time, instill a love for learning.

School Overview:
Mt Zion Christian School
School Membership(s) Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 8
Year Founded 1984
Student Body
Total Students 128 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 43% (SC School Avg.: 25%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 10:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 5%
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $4,785
Tuition Notes Tuition listed is for K5 through 5th grade. P3, K4 tuition for the 3-day class is $2919. P3, K4 tuition for the 5-day class is $4239. Middle School tuition is $5593.
% on Financial Aid 10%
Average Financial Aid Grant $706
Admissions Director Kimberly Backman
Admissions Associate Ann Parlier
Sports
Total Sports Offered 4 sports
Sports
Basketball Cross Country
Golf Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 1 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
National Junior Beta Club

School Notes:

  • Mt. Zion Christian School is a private, non-denominational Christian school located in Greenville, SC. We are located on the beautiful campus of Mt. Zion Christian Fellowship. MZCS offers classes for P3 through 8th grade. The cutoff birthdate for children enrolling in P3 through K5 classes is September 1st. P3 students must be completely potty trained (no Pull-Ups), and able to use the restroom without assistance. Our K5 through 8th grade teachers are certified through the ACSI certification standards and participate in professional development throughout the school year and in the summer months. Our facilities are based on two campuses. On the North Campus (adjacent to our church buildings), we have our Early Education Department with Preschool through Kindergarten.  On the South Campus, we have our main school office, elementary and middle school classes. Our campuses include 4 playground areas, a “bike” course for our preschoolers, a gymnasium with basketball court, lunch facilities and classrooms, outdoor basketball court, a library and computer lab. Our K5, elementary and middle school students also have direct access to computers in their individual classrooms. Thank you for your interest in Mt. Zion Christian School. We encourage you to call our school office and make an appointment for a personal tour of our school.  We look forward to meeting you and sharing our passion for Christian education.

         NON DESCRIMINATION POLICY Mt. Zion Christian School admits students of any race, color, gender or national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students of the school.  It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies and athletic and other school administered programs.

         MISSION STATEMENT It is the mission of Mt. Zion Christian School, with the support of the family, to educate our students to think and act intelligently, as well as speak, listen, and behave from a Christian perspective.

          VISION STATEMENT Preparing our students to lead and serve, in the home, in the church, in the marketplace

          EMPOWERING STUDENTS TO LEARN SO THEY CAN LEAD  

         Mt. Zion Christian School is a ministry of Mt. Zion Christian Fellowship and represents the tenets of the church.

    • Profile last updated: 08/31/2012

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Mt Zion Christian School
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Gr. K-9 | 1.5 mi. away
Southside Christian School
Gr. PK-12 | 1.8 mi. away
Carolina Prep
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-5 | 2.4 mi. away
Greenville Classical Academy
Gr. PK-12 | 2.9 mi. away

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