Hawthorne Christian Academy is a non-profit, church sponsored Christian school.
The school is beginning it's sixteenth year and begins caring for children as young as infants and continues this training through12th grade.
The church sponsoring the school as well as the faculty and staff believe that we are operating an important mission, "One of reaching children and young adults for Christ".
Our staff are professing Christians who are active members in their local churches.
We believe that it is important for those who are touching the lives of children to have first been touched by Christ.
We also believe in academic excellence at HCA and we have graduated over 40 students in the last several years.
The education these graduates received has helped them succeed after Hawthorne in various public and private colleges.
Hawthorne uses the Abeka and Bob Jones University Press curriculum, and we are members of South Carolina Association of Christian Schools and AACS. Our preschool is DSS registered.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked SC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,700
- Acceptance rate: 82%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hawthorne Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language based, Autism Spectrum
Year Founded
2002
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
89 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
10 students
Average SAT score
1080
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants and polo shirts required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Costs are approximate based on grade level.
Summer Program Cost
$90
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost per week for 10 weeks.
Acceptance Rate
82%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Christopher Cassady
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
4H Club, FLL Robotics, VEX Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
School Notes
- Hawthorne Christian Academy is a non-profit, church sponsored Christian school. The school opened in 2002 and begins caring for children as young as infants and continues through 12th grade. The church sponsoring the school as well as the faculty and staff believe that we are operating an important mission, "One of reaching children and young adults for Christ". Our staff are professing Christians who are active members in their local churches. We believe that it is important for those who are touching the lives of children to have first been touched by Christ. We also believe in academic excellence at HCA and we have graduated 40 students in the last several years. The education these graduates received has helped them succeed after Hawthorne in various public and private colleges. Hawthorne uses the Abeka and Bob Jones University Press curriculum, and we are members of South Carolina Association of Christian Schools and AACS. Our preschool is DSS registered.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hawthorne Christian Academy cost?
Hawthorne Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $3,700 for private students and $90 for summer students.
What schools are Hawthorne Christian Academy often compared to?
Hawthorne Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Horizons Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Hawthorne Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Hawthorne Christian Academy is 82%, which is lower than the national average of 87%.
What sports does Hawthorne Christian Academy offer?
Hawthorne Christian Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country and Volleyball.
What is Hawthorne Christian Academy's ranking?
Hawthorne Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Hawthorne Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Hawthorne Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Grades: NS-12 | 747 students 19.5 miles 2650 India Hook Rd
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 366-4119
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 366-4119
19.5
NS-12
747
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