Palmetto Christian Academy
School Notes Overview:
Palmetto Christian Academy is a K5-9 co-educational, college preparatory day school. Our academic program is rooted in the Christian faith and the classical tradition. The lower school program of education focuses on a child’s development, incorporates hands-on learning experiences, and nurtures creativity and thinking skills. Students gain knowledge that will be foundational for later learning- reading, writing, math, history, and science. Our program includes daily Bible study, early language study, and strong music and art programs. A Christ-centered program of study encourages students to embrace the gospel of Jesus Christ and to address the implications of their faith in all of life. Weekly chapel services centered around a monthly character trait is geared to focus on Scripture and issues of faith to help students develop a heart that embraces God’s love and truth....
School Overview:
Palmetto Christian Academy |
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| School Membership(s) |
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Christian Schools International (CSI) National Association of Independent Schools |
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| Religious Affiliation | Christian (no specific denomination) | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten - 12 | |
| County | Charleston County, SC | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 366 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(SC) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 2% | 14% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Kind - 60 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 51 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 48 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 50 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 34 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 23 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 34 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 33 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 15 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 18 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 34 teachers | |
This School |
(SC) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:11 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 7 hours |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
School Notes:
- Palmetto Christian Academy is a K5-9 co-educational, college preparatory day school. Our academic program is rooted in the Christian faith and the classical tradition. The lower school program of education focuses on a child’s development, incorporates hands-on learning experiences, and nurtures creativity and thinking skills. Students gain knowledge that will be foundational for later learning- reading, writing, math, history, and science. Our program includes daily Bible study, early language study, and strong music and art programs. A Christ-centered program of study encourages students to embrace the gospel of Jesus Christ and to address the implications of their faith in all of life. Weekly chapel services centered around a monthly character trait is geared to focus on Scripture and issues of faith to help students develop a heart that embraces God’s love and truth.
- Profile last updated: 08/17/2008
In the News:
- Bulletin Board (The Post and Courier)
posted on July 19, 2009 at 05:10:40 am
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posted on April 5, 2009 at 04:22:00 am
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School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (29464) | School Zip (29464) |
(SC) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 39,506 people | 4,011,615 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 57% | 21% |
| Population Average Age | 36 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.4 persons | 2.3 persons |
| Median Household Income | $57,014 | $38,638 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6 rooms | 5.4 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 26 years old | 33 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (29464) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 70% / 30% | 66% / 34% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Trident Academy - 144 students - 1.2 mi. away - view location
- University School of the Lowcountry - 30 students - 3.9 mi. away - view location
- Coastal Christian Preparatory School - 369 students - 4.2 mi. away - view location
- Ashley Hall - 664 students - 6.7 mi. away - view location
- First Baptist Church School - 493 students - 6.7 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Mount Pleasant, Charleston County, Zip 29464
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