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Pursuit Christian Academy (formerly Faith Christia

5.00 (1 review)

7005 Friendfield Rd Effingham, SC 29541

Tel: (843) 799-6900

www.thepursuitacademy.com

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-11
Enrollment: 102 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Pursuit Christian Academy in Effingham, SC, serves 102 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 11th grade in a rural community setting.
The school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, supported by 10 teaching staff members.
Approximately 12.5% of the student body represents students of color.
Pursuit Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation and offers regular elementary and secondary programs.
The school is located near several other private schools, including Florence Christian School and Maranatha Christian School, which provide PK–12 education within a 5–mile radius.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-11
Enrollment: 102 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-11

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Pursuit Christian Academy (formerly Faith Christia
Pre-K	22
Kind	12
1	11
2	1
3	13
4	9
5	2
6	2
7	13
8	9
9	5
10	2
11	1

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Student Body

Total Students

102 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Pursuit Christian Academy (formerly Faith Christia?

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

School Reviews

5 9/27/2024

I am the great grand mother of a 1st grader and 6 grader. They are excelling in their subjects. They love their school and teachers. So thankful that my granddaughter wanted them to attend Pursuit.

- Posted by Parent - Judy

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The average acceptance rate in South Carolina is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).