The Village School vs. Spartanburg Christian Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
The Village School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
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Spartanburg Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
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Student Body
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Overview
The Village School of Gaffney is an independent, interdenominational school providing a Christ-centered environment for children from kindergarten through middle school. The school is granted accreditation through the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) and is governed by a Board of Directors. Our certified teachers are committed to personal growth in subject areas, child development, the art of teaching and their own Christian walk. The Mission of The Village School is to provide a Christain environment where teachers inspire students to become self-governing lifelong learners. .
Spartanburg Christian Academy is the education ministry of First Baptist North Spartanburg. Foudned in 1996, the academy hs experineced a steady growth each year and offers a complete K3 through 12th grade education/curriculum.
The mission of Spartanburg Christian Academy is for its students to be well-educated in an academic challenging environment, equipped with a biblical worldview, and exhibit a heart for Christ.
Spartanburg Christian Academy is a member of the The South Carolina Independent School Association. SCA is Advanced Ed./Cognia accredited.
We join with our parents in encouraging our students to be lifelong disciples of Christ through the missions of Evangelism, Discipleship, Giving and Prayer.
Grades Offered
K-9
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Year Founded
2002
1996
Students Body
Total Students
91 students
703 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
4%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
71
Kindergarten Students
9
62
Grade 1 Students
12
53
Grade 2 Students
6
50
Grade 3 Students
11
46
Grade 4 Students
11
47
Grade 5 Students
6
51
Grade 6 Students
11
48
Grade 7 Students
16
54
Grade 8 Students
5
41
Grade 9 Students
4
51
Grade 10 Students
-
54
Grade 11 Students
-
45
Grade 12 Students
-
30
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
75 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
65%
Average Class Size
n/a
15
Number of AP Classes
n/a
7
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
9:1
Average SAT score
n/a
1200
Average ACT score
n/a
29
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(uniforms)
(uniforms)
Casual
(Khaki and dress polo on Wednesday, Dress Uniform Day)
(Khaki and dress polo on Wednesday, Dress Uniform Day)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$4,450
$10,008
Tuition Notes
Tuition for grades 6-8, $4,950
Preschool (3K/4K) $2676-4464
Elementary K5-4th $6876
Intermediate 5th-6th $7872
Middle 7th-8th $7872
High 9th-12th $10,308
Acceptance Rate
n/a
90%
Admissions Director
n/a
Krisila Foster
Admissions Associate
n/a
Lisa Nusz
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
15
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
4
40
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Beta ClubChoir
Student CouncilYearbook
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
1. Student CouncilCareer Day
Colonial Day for 1st GradersEtiquette Lunch
High School Service DayJunior Beta Club
Junior Ring CeremonyMedia Team -Live Morning News
Operation Christmas Child CollectionPalmetto Girls State/Boys State
Senior Beta ClubSenior Walt Disney World Trip
Student Praise BandTower Power Team
Yearbook Staff
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChorus
Christmas ChapelMiddle/High School Art
Pastor's Appreciation ChapelThanksgiving Chapel
Theatre ArtsVeteran's Day
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Barrier Island 5th Grade 3 Day TripDC Trip 8th Grade 4 Days
Elementary Running ClubField Day
Field TripsGingerbread Day for 2nd Graders
High School Retreat 3 DaysHomecoming
Junior Senior PromLetter Jacket Ceremony
Middle and High School Thanksgiving LuncheonMiddle School Dance
Pep RallysSee You at the Pole
Senior SuperlativesWarrior Walk Day
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