Very Good
#48 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 25% of private schools
Step of Faith Christian Academy
School
9009 TARBORO RD, Ridgeland, SC 29936
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#48 of 192
In Ridgeland
#2 of 3
public schools
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Step of Faith Christian Academy
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About Step of Faith Christian Academy
Step of Faith Christian Academy is a private school in Ridgeland, SC. Step of Faith Christian Academy serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Step of Faith Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 188 students, Step of Faith 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Step of Faith Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Step of Faith 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 Step of Faith Christian Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Ridgeland, SC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Ridgeland
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Step of Faith Christian Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence | 8.9 |
| Ridgeland Elementary | 5.5 |
| Ridgeland High | — |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
9009 TARBORO RD, Ridgeland, SC 29936
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Step of Faith Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Whale Branch Early College High (rated 9.4/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Seabrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bluffton High (rated 9.1/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Bluffton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ridgeland, see our Ridgeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgeland Elementary Ridgeland | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence Ridgeland | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Ridgeland High Ridgeland | 3.2 mi | — |
| Hardeeville Elementary Hardeeville | 11.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Hardeeville Junior /Senior High Hardeeville | 11.6 mi | — |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ridgeland | 11.5 mi | 6.7 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ridgeland | 11.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Okatie Elementary Bluffton | 13.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Royal Live Oaks Academy of the Arts and Sciences Charter Sch Hardeeville | 14.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary Beaufort | 13.5 mi | 4.1 |
| River Ridge Academy Bluffton | 16.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Ebenezer Elementary School Rincon | 15.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Ebenezer Middle School Rincon | 15.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Pritchardville Elementary Bluffton | 17.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Fennell Elementary Yemassee | 16.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Whale Branch Early College High Seabrook | 15.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Rincon Elementary School Rincon | 17.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Bluffton High Bluffton | 18.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Broad River Elementary Beaufort | 16.3 mi | 6.5 |
| H. E. McCracken Middle Bluffton | 18.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,073
Median Home Value
$202,300
Median Rent
$1,186/mo
Population
14,493
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
68.6%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Step of Faith Christian Academy
What grades does Step of Faith Christian Academy serve?
Step of Faith Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Step of Faith Christian Academy?
Step of Faith Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Step of Faith Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Step of Faith Christian Academy is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Step of Faith Christian Academy rank in SC?
Step of Faith Christian Academy ranks #48 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Step of Faith Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Step of Faith Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Step of Faith Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Step of Faith Christian Academy 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 Step of Faith Christian Academy a religious school?
Step of Faith Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 188
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Jasper County
- Phone
- (843) 726-6100
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