Serving 760 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Abner Creek Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abner Creek Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Abner Creek Academy's student population of 760 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Abner Creek Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abner Creek Academy is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
16%
31%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abner Creek Academy's ranking?
Abner Creek Academy is ranked #358 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Abner Creek Academy often compared to?
Abner Creek Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Reidville Elementary School, River Ridge Elementary School, Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Abner Creek Academy?
760 students attend Abner Creek Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Abner Creek Academy students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abner Creek Academy?
Abner Creek Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abner Creek Academy offer ?
Abner Creek Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abner Creek Academy part of?
Abner Creek Academy is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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