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#173 of 192 private schools in SC

Emmanuel Christian School

School

1001 N MARQUIS HWY, Hartsville, SC 29550

Private

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#173 of 192

In Hartsville

#2 of 2

public schools

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Emmanuel Christian School

4.7/10

School in Hartsville · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sc Governor's School for Science and Mathematics

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About Emmanuel Christian School

Emmanuel Christian School is a private school in Hartsville, SC. Emmanuel Christian School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmanuel Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares1.5 pts below SC schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • SC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Emmanuel Christian 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.

Emmanuel Christian School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Emmanuel Christian School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Hartsville, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
247
This School
vs
487
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.7
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89.9% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 1.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.4% vs 0%
Emmanuel Christian School Hartsville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Emmanuel Christian School (this school) 4.7
SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics
North Hartsville Elementary 6.1
Butler Academy 9.4
Thornwell School for the Arts 3.6
Carolina Elementary 7.4
Hartsville High 7.8
Southside Early Childhood Center 7.8
Hartsville Middle 5.0
Bay Road Elementary 7.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SC.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,242
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 19%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 247
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in SC

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 89.9%
Black 5.3%
Two or More 2.8%
Asian 1.6%
Hispanic 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1001 N MARQUIS HWY, Hartsville, SC 29550

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emmanuel Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Butler Academy (rated 9.4/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Darlington High (rated 8.9/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Darlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hartsville High (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hartsville, see our Hartsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Hartsville 3.1 mi
North Hartsville Elementary Hartsville 3.1 mi 6.1
FIRST BAPTIST Hartsville 3.3 mi
Butler Academy Hartsville 3.7 mi 9.4
Thornwell School for the Arts Hartsville 3.9 mi 3.6
Carolina Elementary Hartsville 4.4 mi 7.4
Hartsville High Hartsville 4.6 mi 7.8
Southside Early Childhood Center Hartsville 4.9 mi 7.8
THOMAS HART ACADEMY Hartsville 6.2 mi 6.9
Hartsville Middle Hartsville 5.9 mi 5.0
Bay Road Elementary Hartsville 6.1 mi 7.8
Plainview Elementary Patrick 7.8 mi 5.8
KELLEYTOWN BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN Hartsville 7.7 mi
Darlington Middle Darlington 8.5 mi 5.7
TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Darlington 8.0 mi 5.7
Darlington High Darlington 10.1 mi 8.9
Pate Elementary Darlington 10.7 mi 6.0
St. John's Elementary Darlington 10.8 mi 4.6
Brockington Elementary Darlington 11.2 mi 4.8
TRINITY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Darlington 12.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,191

Median Home Value

$169,200

Median Rent

$851/mo

Population

30,198

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

73.1%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

40.3

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School Rating
CLARENDON HALL SCHOOL Summerton, SC 4.7
DORCHESTER ACADEMY Saint George, SC 4.8
ANDREW JACKSON ACADEMY Elshardt, SC 4.4
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence, SC 5.0
NEW COVENANT SCHOOL Anderson, SC 4.4
ORANGEBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orangeburg, SC 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emmanuel Christian School

What grades does Emmanuel Christian School serve?

Emmanuel Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Emmanuel Christian School?

Emmanuel Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Christian School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Emmanuel Christian School rank in SC?

Emmanuel Christian School ranks #173 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Emmanuel Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emmanuel Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Emmanuel Christian School a private school?

Yes, Emmanuel Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Emmanuel Christian School a religious school?

Emmanuel Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
247
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Darlington County

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