Berea Junior Academy serves 27 students in grades Kindergarten-7, is a member of the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC).
The student:teacher of Berea Junior Academy is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Seventh Day Adventist.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked SC School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Berea Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berea Junior Academy's ranking?
Berea Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Berea Junior Academy?
The application deadline for Berea Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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