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Palmetto Christian Academy

5.00 (1 review)

361 Egypt Road
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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Palmetto Christian Academy is a Preschool-12th Grade, covenant Christian school.

Our academic program is rooted in the Christian faith and integrates a biblical worldview throughout our curriculum.

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 Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked SC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 732 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,250
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Palmetto Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Year Founded

1992

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

732 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 18%

Students by Grade

Palmetto Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

54 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

11 courses

Average SAT score

1210

(Out of 1600)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,250

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Tuition Notes

please refer to our website and click on Admissions.

Admissions Director

Lisa Shimakonis

Application URL

Online Application

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Palmetto Christian Academy cost?

Palmetto Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $15,250 for private students.

What is Palmetto Christian Academy's ranking?

Palmetto Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Palmetto Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Palmetto Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 7/24/2015

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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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked SC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 732 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,250
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Mount Pleasant, SC is $17,566 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).