Serving 65 students in grades 9-12, Anderson Five Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson Five Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Anderson Five Charter School's student population of 65 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 183% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anderson Five Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson Five Charter School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
8%
32%
White
81%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Five Charter School's ranking?
Anderson Five Charter School is ranked #181 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson Five Charter School?
The graduation rate of Anderson Five Charter School is 80%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Anderson Five Charter School?
65 students attend Anderson Five Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Anderson Five Charter School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anderson Five Charter School?
Anderson Five Charter School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anderson Five Charter School offer ?
Anderson Five Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson Five Charter School part of?
Anderson Five Charter School is part of Anderson 05 School District.
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