Rhema Christian School Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Rhema Christian School operates as a Kindergarten through 5th-grade elementary school in Columbia, South Carolina, focusing on providing a Christ-centered, Biblically-integrated education. The school's mission emphasizes academic excellence through individualized instruction, spiritual discipleship, and a supportive community for families. We served 8 students during the 2024-2025 school year. For more details, visit rhemachristian.com.
- Income
- $53,170
- Spending
- $58,591
- Reserves
- 0.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 61%
- Highest pay
- $10,462, teacher
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 40 out of 100. Higher than 14% of charities in its peer group (religion, under $250k).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.5 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 10% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (5)
- $24,593 spent. Instructional Services & Academic Delivery // Objective: To employ qualified educators and specialized contractors to deliver high-quality, faith-based instruction and support services to the student body. Accomplishments: Supported a dedicated faculty of 2 teachers and 4-6 specialized contractors (such as music instructors, tutors, reading interventionists, or athletic coaches, etc). These professionals delivered over 4,000 hours of direct classroom instruction and academic support throughout the year. This investment in human capital ensured the maintenance of rigorous academic standards and the integration of the school's core spiritual values across all grade levels.
- $16,907 spent. Organizational Governance & Operational Infrastructure // Objective: To establish the legal, financial, and administrative framework necessary to support a sustainable, high-quality educational environment and ensure long-term compliance with state and federal regulations. Accomplishments: Successfully completed the foundational administrative phase, including the establishment of core organizational policies, financial management systems, and federal tax-exempt compliance. Developed operational workflows and safety protocols that allowed the institution to successfully transition from a startup phase to an active daily educational program serving the community. Obtained necessary supplies, furniture, insurance, training, technology, student information systems, and other expenditures that enabled the school's launch.
- $6,852 spent. Educational Facility Infrastructure & Learning Environment // Objective: To provide and maintain a safe, modern, and Christ-centered physical environment that facilitates academic instruction, spiritual growth, and student safety. Accomplishments: Successfully operated and maintained 4 classrooms and specialized learning spaces (such as the library, art room, lunch room, and classrooms) serving 8 students daily throughout the academic year. Investments in facility repairs ensured a secure environment compliant with safety regulations, while providing the necessary utilities, technology infrastructure, and physical resources to support daily classroom instruction and school-wide spiritual activities. Although the facility is provided by a community partner, the school funded all essential utilities, technology infrastructure, and safety renovations. These investments ensured a secure, modern environment for daily education and spiritual activities while improving the physical infrastructure used by the local community.
- $6,175 spent. Mission-Critical Resources & Community Stewardship // Objective: To procure essential ministry resources, classroom equipment, and operational supplies that facilitate daily spiritual and academic instruction, while supporting the broader community through charitable contributions and outreach. Accomplishments: Acquired specialized ministry supplies, curriculum materials, and classroom equipment necessary for the integration of faith-based learning across all grade levels. Managed miscellaneous operational expenses, including office supplies, communication tools, and equipment maintenance, to ensure uninterrupted school functions. Furthermore, the organization extended its impact beyond the classroom by providing charitable contributions and support to community partners, fostering a culture of generosity and service consistent with the school's core mission and values.
- $4,065 spent. Core Academic Instruction (K-5) // Objective: To provide daily classroom instruction across all core subjects integrated with a biblical worldview to prepare students for higher education and living out their identity in Christ. Accomplishments: Provided comprehensive Christian education to 8 students during the academic year 2024-2025. Achieved a student-teacher ratio of 4:1 ensuring personalized instruction. The program successfully met state educational standards while maintaining daily biblical integration, project-based learning, and standards-based grading across all curricula.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since September 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
Could it be confused with another charity? Worth knowing.
A much larger organization has a similar name: Oaks Christian School (Westlake Vlg, CA), EIN 95-4656912. If that is the one you meant, check the EIN before giving.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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