Aiken Scholars Academy serves 169 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5% in SC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aiken Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Aiken Scholars Academy's student population of 169 students has grown by 238% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Aiken Scholars Academy is 0.45, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
12%
32%
White
73%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Aiken Scholars Academy?
169 students attend Aiken Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Aiken Scholars Academy students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aiken Scholars Academy?
Aiken Scholars Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aiken Scholars Academy offer ?
Aiken Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Aiken Scholars Academy part of?
Aiken Scholars Academy is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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