Sumter Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked SC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 262 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,027
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Sumter Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sumter Christian School
Nursery	6
Pre-K	15
Kind	16
1	11
2	16
3	10
4	18
5	19
6	24
7	24
8	23
9	25
10	20
11	21
12	14

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild LD

Year Founded

1974

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Wed. May 26, 2027

Campus Size

13 acres

School Motto

Teaching the Mind, Reaching the Heart

Student Body

Total Students

262 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

21 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

19 students

Average SAT score

1050

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

business casual shirts; navy, black, brown, gray, khaki pants or shorts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Association of Christian Schools (AACS)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,027

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Tuition Notes

This is for 1st-5th grade 6th-12th grade is 5,049. Pres-school is 3,465 and kindergarten is $4,169. These are for 2026-27. Discounts are given for multi-child families and first year active military families.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Ron Davis

Admissions Associate

Lucy Davis

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringSoccer

SoftballVolleyball

School Mascot

Bears

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

BandFine Arts

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Pickleball

School Notes

Founded in 1974, SCS serves pre-school through 12th grade.
SCS is accredited by SCACS and participates in its fine arts and athletic competitions.
The school is a ministry of Sumter Bible Church.

Target Learning Center is a division of Sumter Christian School that helps students with special learning needs. Call the school at 803-773-1902 for details.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sumter Christian School cost?

Sumter Christian School's tuition is approximately $5,027 for private students.

What schools are Sumter Christian School often compared to?

Sumter Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Sumter Academy, Wilson Hall by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Sumter Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Sumter Christian School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.

What sports does Sumter Christian School offer?

Sumter Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

What is Sumter Christian School's ranking?

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

When is the application deadline for Sumter Christian School?

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

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in South Carolina is $9,892 for elementary schools and $10,080 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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