Serving 786 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Berkeley Preparatory 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 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkeley Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Berkeley Preparatory Academy's student population of 786 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
786 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Berkeley Preparatory 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 Berkeley Preparatory Academy is 0.62, 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
#664 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
24%
31%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Berkeley Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Berkeley Preparatory Academy is ranked #664 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Berkeley Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Berkeley Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mevers School Of Excellence, Ladson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Preparatory Academy?
786 students attend Berkeley Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Berkeley Preparatory Academy students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkeley Preparatory Academy?
Berkeley Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkeley Preparatory Academy offer ?
Berkeley Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Berkeley Preparatory Academy part of?
Berkeley Preparatory Academy is part of Charter Institute At Erskine School District.
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