Vanard J. Mendinghall Junior Academy vs. Holly Hill Academy
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School Overview
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Overview
As the historic minority private school in Orangeburg, SC, we have a rich history. We are also a part of the largest Protestant school system in the world. Our system's philosophy dates back to 1853 having a foundation and approach very similar in style and method to the Montessori and Constructivism approaches, while predating them by 40 years. Come see why Adventist education is second to none.
On September 14, 1970, Holly Hill Academy opened its doors to the community.
Holly Hill Academy is a school dedicated to the truest concepts of education, whose primary objective is the imparting of knowledge, and in these precepts it shall grow and flourish.
The Academy's primary objective is excellence in academics and athletics.
A growth-oriented, enriched curriculum is Holly Hill Academy's password to a bright future for students in kindergarten through grade twelve.
Grades Offered
K-2
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
Yes
No
Year Founded
1990
n/a
Students Body
Total Students
64 students
320 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
7%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
30
-
Pre-K Students
10
50
Kindergarten Students
2
20
Grade 1 Students
10
17
Grade 2 Students
12
24
Grade 3 Students
-
18
Grade 4 Students
-
12
Grade 5 Students
-
32
Grade 6 Students
-
19
Grade 7 Students
-
21
Grade 8 Students
-
24
Grade 9 Students
-
20
Grade 10 Students
-
19
Grade 11 Students
-
28
Grade 12 Students
-
16
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
30 teachers
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:11
1:11
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
n/a
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling