Orangeburg Christian Academy welcomes your interest in our K-4 - 12th Grade Christian School.
We have been providing Christian Education since 1996 and draw families from the surrounding five counties.
Our mission is to support, not supplant, the parents, grandparents, and guardians of children with spiritual guidance to mature in Christ and to learn academic knowledge necessary to become transformative people in their community.
We encourage students to discover and maximize their God-given talents with knowledge, wisdom, and discernment so that they will be disciple-makers who will impact generations to the glory of God. Orangeburg Christian is Accredited by the Scouth Carolina Association of Christian Schools, a member of the American Associaion of Christian Schools, and is a 501 C-3 not for profit school and welcomes donations and foundation support which are fully tax deductible.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,300
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Orangeburg Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Royal Blue & Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 17, 2026
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027
Campus Size
8 acres
Student Body
Total Students
234 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
11 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
CPT -104 Intro to Information TechnologyCPT-114 Computers and Programming
CPT-170 Microcomputer ApplicationsENG-102 English Composition II
HIS-201 American History thru 1877MAT 105 Intro College Algebra
SPC-205 Public Speaking
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Unifrom: Khaki or blue pants white blue or yellow collar shirts and shorts during Fall and Spring allowed.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Enrollment Fee 150, Book Fee 450, Building Fee 150, Athletic Fee (optional), two mandatory participation fundraising events each year.
College Acceptance Rate
80%
Admissions Director
Danielle Newhall Principal
Admissions Associate
Dale Sanders, Office Manager
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
American Christian Honor SocietyFellowship of Christian Athletes
National Beta Club
School Notes
- School Motto: Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go; and when they are old they will not depart from it.
- School Mascot: Patriots
- The focus of Orangeburg Christian Academy, Inc is to provide a high quality academic education in a Christian atmosphere where Biblical values, morals, and God's laws are taught and incorporated into the curriculum and student life. We utilize the ABeka curriculum for elementary and secondary courses of study and the King James Bible. Upon approval, Junior and Senior students may enroll in Dual-Track courses offered by Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College.Our K4 program is licensed and monitored by the South Carolina Department of Social Services.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Orangeburg Christian Academy cost?
Orangeburg Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $4,300 for private students.
What schools are Orangeburg Christian Academy often compared to?
Orangeburg Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Orangeburg Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Orangeburg Christian Academy offer?
Orangeburg Christian Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Golf, Softball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Orangeburg Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Orangeburg Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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