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Wesley Christian School

492 Broughton Street Orangeburg, SC 29115
Tel: (803) 536-6167
wesleychristianschool.com

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked SC School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 54 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,000
  • Average class size: 7 students
  • Application Deadline: Aug. 1 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • Wesley Christian School is a ministry of First Southern Methodist Church in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
  • The school is located on the campus of Southern Methodist College at 492 Broughton Street in Orangeburg.
  • Wesley Christian School has served the Orangeburg area for over 30 years, providing quality Christian education at an affordable cost for most parents.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked SC School
  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 54 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,000
  • Average class size: 7 students
  • Application Deadline: Aug. 1 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Least expensive tuition
SAT Score
Highest average SAT score

School Facts

School Type
Early Childhood / Day Care
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) or (School of Tomorrow)
American Association of Christian Schools (AACS)
Religious Affiliation
Christian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeWesley Christian School
Pre-K11
Kind39
84
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Year Founded
1980

Student Body

Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
7 students
Average SAT score
1257
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Aug. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$3,000
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Tuition Notes
discount for 2nd and 3rd children in family;4th child and following does not pay tuition, only registration fee and book fee; discount for payment of tuition in full at beginning of school year;
Admissions Director
Rev. R. Steven Reynolds
Admissions Associate
Becky Byrd

School Notes

  • School Motto: Train up a child in the way he should go… (Proverbs 22:6)
  • Distinctives The curriculum is Bible-based Each day begins with a devotional and prayer time The pledges to the American and Christian flags and to the Bible are recited daily A weekly chapel is provided for the spiritual enrichment of the students High School students have the opportunity to participate in advanced classes, offered through Southern Methodist College
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wesley Christian School cost?
Wesley Christian School's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
What schools are Wesley Christian School often compared to?
Wesley Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Orangeburg Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Wesley Christian School's ranking?
Wesley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Least expensive tuition and Highest average SAT score.
When is the application deadline for Wesley Christian School?
The application deadline for Wesley Christian School is Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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