Serving 692 students in grades 6-12, The South Carolina Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
The South Carolina Preparatory Academy's student population of 692 students has grown by 203% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 325% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
The South Carolina Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The South Carolina Preparatory 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
#549 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
29%
31%
White
58%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 The South Carolina Preparatory Academy's ranking?
The South Carolina Preparatory Academy is ranked #549 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend The South Carolina Preparatory Academy?
692 students attend The South Carolina Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of The South Carolina Preparatory Academy students are White, 29% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The South Carolina Preparatory Academy?
The South Carolina Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does The South Carolina Preparatory Academy offer ?
The South Carolina Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is The South Carolina Preparatory Academy part of?
The South Carolina Preparatory Academy is part of Charter Institute At Erskine School District.
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