East Point Academy

1401 Leaphart Street
West Columbia, SC 29169
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Point Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 779 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 50% in SC
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Point Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:

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School Overview

East Point Academy's student population of 779 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
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School Rankings

East Point 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 East Point Academy is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (SC)
#331 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
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48%
39%
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55%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
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Hispanic
7%
12%
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Black
32%
32%
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White
43%
48%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.70
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
60%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Point Academy's ranking?
East Point Academy is ranked #331 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend East Point Academy?
779 students attend East Point Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of East Point Academy students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Point Academy?
East Point Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Point Academy offer ?
East Point Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Point Academy part of?
East Point Academy is part of Sc Public Charter School District.

School Reviews

5   8/12/2019
East Point Academy has been like a second home to us. The teachers and administration love and nurture our child daily, and she is thriving. We love our school!
- Posted by Parent - Miranda Ritner

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 779 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

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