First Baptist Weekday Preschool in Spartanburg, SC, serves 32 students in grades PK through K within a city–based early childhood program.
The school operates with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 32:1.
Founded in 1839, it is one of the oldest private early childhood programs in South Carolina.
The school has a Baptist religious orientation and reflects racial diversity with 37.5% of students representing students of color.
With an 18–acre campus, the preschool offers early education in a small, co–educational setting in Spartanburg.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked SC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
First Baptist Weekday Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1839
School Calendar
Campus Size
18 acres
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: In Christ, more is possible than you can ever imagine.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are First Baptist Weekday Preschool often compared to?
First Baptist Weekday Preschool is often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Child Enrichment by visitors of our site.
What is First Baptist Weekday Preschool's ranking?
First Baptist Weekday Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for First Baptist Weekday Preschool?
The application deadline for First Baptist Weekday Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: First Baptist Weekday Preschool vs. Bethel Child Enrichment
The nearest high school to First Baptist Weekday Preschool is Spartanburg Day School (2.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Meeting Street Academy (0.1 miles away)
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Miles
Quick Facts
201 E Broad St Ste 110
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 253-1800
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 253-1800
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 153 students
St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School
(Catholic)
152 Alabama Street
Spartanburg, SC 29302
(864) 582-6645
Spartanburg, SC 29302
(864) 582-6645
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 69 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bethel Child Enrichment
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
245 S Church Street
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-8356
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-8356
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 38 students
Montessori Academy
Montessori School
384 S Spring St
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-3046
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-3046
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 134 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Westminster Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
309 Fernwood Drive
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 585-8751
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 585-8751
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 110 students
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1701 Skylyn Drive
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 582-7539
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 582-7539
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 548 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Westgate Christian School
(Baptist)
1990 Old Reidville Rd
Spartanburg, SC 29301
(864) 576-4953
Spartanburg, SC 29301
(864) 576-4953
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 186 students
190 Lincoln School Road
Spartanburg, SC 29301
(864) 587-2060
Spartanburg, SC 29301
(864) 587-2060
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 407 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8740 Asheville Hwy
Boiling Springs, SC 29316
(864) 578-4238
Boiling Springs, SC 29316
(864) 578-4238
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 703 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 40 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mountain View Christian Academy ![Mountain View Christian Academy Photo - 2016 SCACS Fine Arts Festival]( "Mountain View Christian Academy Photo - 2016 SCACS Fine Arts Festival")
(Baptist)
650 Battleground Rd
Cowpens, SC 29330
(864) 463-8888
Cowpens, SC 29330
(864) 463-8888
9.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 185 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
201 E Broad St Ste 110
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 253-1800
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 253-1800
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 153 students
St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School
(Catholic)
152 Alabama Street
Spartanburg, SC 29302
(864) 582-6645
Spartanburg, SC 29302
(864) 582-6645
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 69 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori Academy
Montessori School
384 S Spring St
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-3046
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-3046
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 134 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1217 John B White Sr Blvd
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 567-2234
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 567-2234
2.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 35 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
1701 Skylyn Drive
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 582-7539
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 582-7539
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 548 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
201 E Broad St Ste 110
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 253-1800
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 253-1800
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 153 students
St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School
(Catholic)
152 Alabama Street
Spartanburg, SC 29302
(864) 582-6645
Spartanburg, SC 29302
(864) 582-6645
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 69 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bethel Child Enrichment
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
245 S Church Street
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-8356
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-8356
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 38 students
Montessori Academy
Montessori School
384 S Spring St
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-3046
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864) 585-3046
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 134 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Westminster Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
309 Fernwood Drive
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 585-8751
Spartanburg, SC 29307
(864) 585-8751
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 110 students
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3657 South Industrial Drive
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(864) 355-2100
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-2100
8851.4 miles
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Bethel Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
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111 Bethel School Road
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-4100
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-4100
8851.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 915 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Hillcrest High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3665 South Industrial Drive
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-3500
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-3500
8851.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,894 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Simpsonville Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
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Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-8300
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-8300
8851.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 798 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Hillcrest Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
510 Garrison Road
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-6100
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 355-6100
8851.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 989 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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