Serving 810 students in grades 9, James Byrnes Freshman Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Byrnes Freshman Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
James Byrnes Freshman Academy's student population of 810 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Success Stories are Born Everyday
School Rankings
James Byrnes Freshman Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Byrnes Freshman Academy is 0.64, 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
#4 out of 1118 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
21%
31%
White
54%
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
55%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 James Byrnes Freshman Academy's ranking?
James Byrnes Freshman Academy is ranked #4 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are James Byrnes Freshman Academy often compared to?
James Byrnes Freshman Academyis often viewed alongside schools like James F. Byrnes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend James Byrnes Freshman Academy?
810 students attend James Byrnes Freshman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of James Byrnes Freshman Academy students are White, 21% of students are Black, 15% 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 James Byrnes Freshman Academy?
James Byrnes Freshman Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Byrnes Freshman Academy offer ?
James Byrnes Freshman Academy offers enrollment in grades 9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Byrnes Freshman Academy part of?
James Byrnes Freshman Academy is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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