GCA is a classical,Christian school founded in 2004 with over 330 students enrolled from K4 - 12th grades. Colleges GCA graduates have attended include Anderson University, Bob Jones University, Campbell University, Clemson University, College of Charleston, Furman University, Liberty University, North Greenville University, Patrick Henry College, United States Military Academy West Point, USC- Columbia and University of Southern California.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked SC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 28 / May. 31
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Greenville Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2004
Student Body
Total Students
274 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
17 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1182
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki or Navy bottoms and white, navy, burgundy or gray top
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 28 / May. 31
Tuition Notes
2-day K4 $2730
3-day K4 $4096
5-day K4 $6700
K5 $6700
1st-5th $10013
6th-8th $10350
9th-12th $10784
% on Financial Aid
18%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Abigail Murphy
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
House System, Yearbook
House System, Yearbook
School Notes
- We are Greenville Classical Academy. We are Christian, educating our students to glorify God by integrating their faith with education. We are classical, educating our students using a three-stage liberal arts curriculum that compels them to develop a well-trained mind.We are committed, educating our students to maximize their God-given abilities and talents equipping them for life.Greenville Classical Academy offers a Christ-centered education for grades K4-12 that exists to partner with Christian parents in the Greenville, SC area, providing academic instruction for their children that is distinctly Christ-centered, classical, and biblical.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Greenville Classical Academy?
The acceptance rate of Greenville Classical Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
What sports does Greenville Classical Academy offer?
Greenville Classical Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Greenville Classical Academy's ranking?
Greenville Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Highest average ACT score and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Greenville Classical Academy?
The application deadline for Greenville Classical Academy is Feb. 28 / May. 31.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I have attended GCA for nearly 11 years now, and it's truly a part of me. Now in tenth grade, I joined GCA in its first year, and have been able to watch it grow and expand as I grow in stature in knowledge. Proverbs 22:6 says, "Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it." At the heart of it, this is what I feel to be the true goal of GCA--to prepare their students for college, the workforce, and, most importantly, life everlasting. Greenville Classical has taught me many things over the years, through both the people and material. They have taught me to think critically, be diligent, and serve my Lord, with plenty of inside jokes, fun events, and memorable experiences along the way. I thank God (and I''m sure my parents do as well) for placing me at Greenville Classical Academy. I will never forget the times I had there, the lessons learned, or the friends I made along the way.
5 4/9/2012
Love GCA! Besides giving my children the learning tools needed to succeed in life, GCA integrates the subject matter beyond the classroom walls. Putting their knowledge into action with the tools learned creates confidence when introduced to a new situation. I am so thankful for GCA teaching not only knowledge, but also teaching application within a Christian environment. If you are seeking a school that treats each child as their own, then you have found your school, Greenville Classical Academy!
5 2/28/2012
GCA provides a wonderful classical education with God in the center of all subjects! My children have attended this school for 3 years now and we LOVE it. The teachers are more like family and give children the personal attention they need to succeed. The principal and the other staff are also wonderful. It really is a hidden gem in the Greenville area. I would encourage any one who is interested in a classical, Christian education for your K4-12th grader to attend one of our many open houses. You may find the dates for those at www.greenvilleclassical.com.
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