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Westside Christian Academy

554 Pinewood Rd
Sumter, SC 29154
Westside Christian Academy in Sumter, SC, serves 367 students in grades PK through 8 within a small city community setting.
Founded in 2014, this co鈥揺d Christian school is affiliated with the Baptist tradition and holds memberships in multiple religious and independent school associations.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 20:1 with 18 teaching staff supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
The student body includes approximately 9% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school's enrollment.
Westside Christian Academy ranks in the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for having one of the largest student bodies based on local comparisons.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked SC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 367 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
367 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westside Christian Academy's ranking?
Westside Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Westside Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Westside Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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My children have been at Westside Christian Academy for 4 years and we love it! The education standards are very high and the class sizes are small. My kids have great relationships with their teachers; they work hard to ensure my kids reach their full potential.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked SC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 367 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in South Carolina is $10,041 for elementary schools and $10,237 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).

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