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Hope Christian Academy
School
416 DENHAM AVE, West Columbia, SC 29169
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Hope Christian Academy
School in West Columbia · grades 3rd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hope Christian Academy
Hope Christian Academy is a private school in West Columbia, SC. Hope Christian Academy serves approximately 9 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 3.5:1 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 9 students, Hope Christian Academy 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Hope Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hope Christian Academy 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 Hope Christian Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in West Columbia, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hope Christian Academy (this school) | — |
| South Carolina Virtual Charter School | 7.8 |
| Saluda River Academy for the Arts | 6.4 |
| Northside Middle | 4.2 |
| Riverbank Elementary | 7.9 |
| East Point Academy | 7.8 |
| Airport High | 6.0 |
| R. H. Fulmer Middle | 5.4 |
| Springdale Elementary | 6.6 |
| Gray Collegiate Academy | 7.1 |
| Herbert A. Wood Elementary | 5.0 |
| Pine Ridge Middle | 3.8 |
| Congaree Elementary | 4.9 |
| White Knoll Elementary | 4.9 |
| White Knoll Middle | 3.4 |
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
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Address
- 416 DENHAM AVE, West Columbia, SC 29169
- Phone
- (803) 790-4028
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
416 DENHAM AVE, West Columbia, SC 29169
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away). Another option is South Carolina Virtual Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away). Additionally, GLENFOREST SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away). For more schools in West Columbia, see our West Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Columbia | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| South Carolina Virtual Charter School West Columbia | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Saluda River Academy for the Arts West Columbia | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Brookland-Cayce High Cayce | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Northside Middle West Columbia | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Riverbank Elementary West Columbia | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| East Point Academy West Columbia | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Airport High West Columbia | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| GLENFOREST SCHOOL West Columbia | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| R. H. Fulmer Middle West Columbia | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Columbia | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Springdale Elementary West Columbia | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Cayce Elementary Cayce | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Midlands Middle College Columbia | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy Cayce | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| H. B. Rhame Elementary Columbia | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| St. Andrews Middle Columbia | 3.5 mi | 3.2 |
| MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Columbia | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Logan Elementary Columbia | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,673
Median Home Value
$189,900
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
21,342
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope Christian Academy
What grades does Hope Christian Academy serve?
Hope Christian Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Hope Christian Academy?
Hope Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope Christian Academy is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Hope Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Hope Christian Academy 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 Hope Christian Academy a religious school?
Hope Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lexington County
- Phone
- (803) 790-4028
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