Serving 850 students in grades 6-8, Beck International Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beck International Academy's student population of 850 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beck International Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beck International Academy is 0.64, 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
#452 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
33%
32%
White
49%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Beck International Academy's ranking?
Beck International Academy is ranked #452 out of 1,095 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Beck International Academy?
850 students attend Beck International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Beck International Academy students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beck International Academy?
Beck International Academy has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beck International Academy part of?
Beck International Academy is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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