Serving 815 students in grades 6-8, Beck International Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beck International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Beck International Academy's student population of 815 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Beck International Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beck International Academy is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#586 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
36%
31%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Beck International Academy's ranking?
Beck International Academy is ranked #586 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Beck International Academy often compared to?
Beck International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Beck International Academy?
815 students attend Beck International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Beck International Academy students are White, 36% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beck International Academy?
Beck International Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beck International Academy offer ?
Beck International Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beck International Academy part of?
Beck International Academy is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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