Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,120
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Charleston Christian School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,120
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1981
Student Body
Total Students
158 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 18%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
16 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
K5 (Full Day) $8120
1st-5th Grade: $8120
6th-8th Grade: $8450
Admissions Director
Shelley Fipps
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
After School ProgramChess Club
Quiz Bowl Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Annual Drama ProductionArt Class
Recorder ClassUkulele Class
School Notes
- CCS partners with Christian parents to teach knowledge, wisdom, and virtue from a Christian perspective.
- Shepherding Hearts, Sharpening Minds
- Throughout the course of the day, students are encouraged to think, wonder, and reflect. We believe that all truth comes from God, and students here discover God's world and Word. Students are encouraged to think critically and examine ideas in literature, science, and and culture. Is it noble Is it beautiful Is it true As students ponder these questions, teachers point them to the Creator.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Charleston Christian School cost?
Charleston Christian School's tuition is approximately $8,120 for private students.
What sports does Charleston Christian School offer?
Charleston Christian School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Charleston Christian School?
The application deadline for Charleston Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Charleston Christian School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break; No School
November 02, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break; No School
November 03, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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7800 Northside Dr
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(843) 797-2690
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Gr: PK-12 | 282 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 4
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Avg. class size: 15 students
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Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-2128
Distance: 12.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,042 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 15
Christian
104 Charger Drive
Summerville, SC 29486
(843) 764-2285
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 125 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
56 Leinbach Dr
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 571-1140
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: K-8 | 258 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 5
15 Archdale St
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 377-0315
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 306 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8
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Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 723-0664
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students
Catholic
7 Saint Teresa Dr
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-2128
Distance: 12.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,042 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 15
Christian
104 Charger Drive
Summerville, SC 29486
(843) 764-2285
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 125 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
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(843) 571-1140
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Gr: PK-8 | 306 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8
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(843) 723-0664
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Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 4
Baptist
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Sports: 12
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Distance: 0.7 mi
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Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
56 Leinbach Dr
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 571-1140
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 282 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
15 Crosscreek Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 795-1762
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 1,059 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 10
Episcopal
300 Albemarle Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-3620
Gr: NS | 150 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1101 Savannah Highway
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-2681
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students
Catholic
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Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-2128
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 125 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
56 Leinbach Dr
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 571-1140
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-K | 10 students
Montessori School
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(843) 852-9685
Distance: 1.6 mi
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(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
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(843) 559-4171
Edisto Island, SC 29438
(843) 559-4171
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Gr: PK-6 | 92 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Baptist Hill High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
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(843) 889-2277
Hollywood, SC 29449
(843) 889-2277
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Edith L. Frierson Montessori
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
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Rank:
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Rank:
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(843) 889-9411
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8711.1 miles
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Sand Hill Elementary School
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Rank:
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(843) 695-5201
8712.1 miles
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School Reviews
5 10/7/2018
We have loved our time at CCS. My kids received the best education and made life-long friends. The entire time we felt like family more than parent teacher.They really care about the students.
5 6/12/2017
A wonderful school where my children learn from a biblical perspective. The teachers are caring and the school has a family feel. We have blessed greatly by this school.
5 8/8/2014
Enjoyed the time my children were able to attend CCS, an excellent teaching staff as well as a family feel with other parents!
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