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#100 of 192 private schools in SC
Grace Christian School
School
1375 TORY HILL RD, Loris, SC 29569
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#100 of 192
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Grace Christian School
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About Grace Christian School
Grace Christian School is a private school in Loris, SC. Grace Christian School serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, Grace Christian 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, Grace Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grace 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Grace Christian School compares to the 4 public schools in Loris, SC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Loris
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Christian School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Loris Elementary | 5.1 |
| Loris High | 6.5 |
| Loris Middle | 4.2 |
| Daisy Elementary | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1375 TORY HILL RD, Loris, SC 29569
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riverside Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Little River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Old Dock Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Whiteville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbus Career and College Academy (rated 7.8/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Whiteville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Loris, see our Loris schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Loris Elementary Loris | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Loris High Loris | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Loris Middle Loris | 4.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Daisy Elementary Loris | 6.7 mi | 6.2 |
| South Columbus High Tabor City | 6.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Williams Township Whiteville | 10.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Green Sea Floyds High Green Sea | 9.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Green Sea Floyds Elementary Green Sea | 9.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Kingston Elementary Conway | 13.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Nakina Middle Nakina | 12.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Chadbourn Elementary Chadbourn | 16.6 mi | 7.5 |
| West Columbus High Cerro Gordo | 16.8 mi | 4.1 |
| West Columbus School Cerro Gordo | 16.9 mi | 5.0 |
| CAROLINA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Whiteville | 16.3 mi | — |
| Columbus Career and College Academy Whiteville | 17.6 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTH MYRTLE BEACH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longs | 17.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Riverside Elementary Little River | 17.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Homewood Elementary Conway | 18.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Old Dock Elementary Whiteville | 16.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Central Middle Whiteville | 18.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29569 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,659
Median Home Value
$190,300
Median Rent
$776/mo
Population
16,913
College Educated
10.3%
Homeownership
68.6%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
43.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TRIDENT ACADEMY Mount Pleasant, SC | 6.4 |
| HAWTHORNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chester, SC | 6.7 |
| PURSUIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (FORMERLY FAITH CHRISTIA Florence, SC | 6.1 |
| Pendergrass Fairwold School Columbia, SC | 6.8 |
| CLEMSON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clemson, SC | 6.0 |
| Cedar Springs Academy Spartanburg, SC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Christian School
What grades does Grace Christian School serve?
Grace Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Grace Christian School?
Grace Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Christian School rank in SC?
Grace Christian School ranks #100 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Grace Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Christian School a private school?
Yes, Grace Christian 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 Grace Christian School a religious school?
Grace Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Horry County
- Phone
- (843) 756-2135
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