Serving 807 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Abner Creek 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 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Abner Creek Academy serves the southwest part of Duncan, SC, covering an area of approximately 18 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abner Creek Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Abner Creek Academy's student population of 807 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
807 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abner Creek Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abner Creek Academy is 0.61, 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
#358 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abner Creek Academy's ranking?
Abner Creek Academy is ranked #358 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Abner Creek Academy often compared to?
Abner Creek Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Reidville Elementary School, River Ridge Elementary School, Duncan Elementary School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Abner Creek Academy?
807 students attend Abner Creek Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Abner Creek Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abner Creek Academy?
Abner Creek Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abner Creek Academy offer ?
Abner Creek Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abner Creek Academy part of?
Abner Creek Academy is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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