Palmetto Christian Academy
Tel:
(843) 881-9967
Palmetto Christian Academy is a Preschool-12 co-educational, college preparatory day school.
Our academic program is rooted in the Christian faith and the classical tradition.
The lower school program of education focuses on a child’s development, incorporates hands-on learning experiences, and nurtures creativity and thinking skills.
Students gain knowledge that will be foundational for later learning- reading, writing, math, history, and science.
Our program includes daily Bible study, early language study, and strong music and art programs.
A Christ-centered program of study encourages students to embrace the gospel of Jesus Christ and to address the implications of their faith in all of life.
Weekly chapel services centered around a monthly character trait is geared to focus on Scripture and issues of faith to help students develop a heart that embraces God’s love and truth.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 637 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Palmetto Christian Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Year Founded | 1992 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 637 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 2% State avg.: 14% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 46 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 15 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 11 courses |
| Average SAT score | 1210 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | please refer to our website and click on Admissions. |
| Admissions Director | Lisa Shimakonis |
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School Reviews
| 5 Could not be happier with the curriculum, educational challenges, and most of all the love and support from all the teachers and staff. This is an amazing Christian environment that reinforces scriptural teaching from our home. - Posted by Parent - danny |
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