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Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School
Elementary School
101 CHAPEL HILL RD, Lamar, SC 29069
Enrollment
1
Student-Teacher
0.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
1
Student-Teacher
0.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School
Elementary School in Lamar · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School
Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School is a private elementary school in Lamar, SC. Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School serves approximately 1 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 0.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 1 students, Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 0.2:1 students to teachers, Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
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BetaHow Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School compares to the 3 public schools in Lamar, SC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lamar
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School (this school) | — |
| Lamar High | 9.6 |
| Spaulding Middle | 6.9 |
| Lamar-Spaulding Elementary | 8.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 1 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.2:1
- Address
- 101 CHAPEL HILL RD, Lamar, SC 29069
- Phone
- (843) 326-5850
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in SC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
101 CHAPEL HILL RD, Lamar, SC 29069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Butler Academy (rated 9.4/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Hartsville). Another option is Lamar-Spaulding Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away). Additionally, Southside Early Childhood Center (rated 7.8/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Hartsville). For more schools in Lamar, see our Lamar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lamar High Lamar | 0.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Spaulding Middle Lamar | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Lamar-Spaulding Elementary Lamar | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Brockington Elementary Magnet Timmonsville | 7.6 mi | 7.1 |
| TRINITY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Darlington | 8.6 mi | 6.5 |
| THOMAS HART ACADEMY Hartsville | 10.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Lee Central High Bishopville | 8.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Lee Central Middle Bishopville | 9.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Lee High Bishopville | 9.9 mi | — |
| Hartsville Middle Hartsville | 12.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Darlington Middle Darlington | 11.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Southside Early Childhood Center Hartsville | 12.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Bay Road Elementary Hartsville | 12.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Lower Lee Elementary Mayesville | 11.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Hartsville High Hartsville | 13.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Butler Academy Hartsville | 13.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Pate Elementary Darlington | 12.3 mi | 6.0 |
| KELLEYTOWN BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN Hartsville | 13.4 mi | — |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Florence | 11.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Carolina Elementary Hartsville | 13.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,250
Median Home Value
$112,700
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
5,029
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
36.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School
What grades does Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School serve?
Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School?
Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School has an enrollment of approximately 1 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School?
The student-teacher ratio at Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School is 0.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School a private school?
Yes, Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School a religious school?
Christian Pathway/ Starting Steps School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 1
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Darlington County
- Phone
- (843) 326-5850
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