Serving 848 students in grades 6-8, Beck International Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beck Academy serves the southeast part of Greenville, SC, covering an area of approximately 31.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 28 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beck International Academy's student population of 848 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
848 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beck International Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beck International Academy is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#571 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Beck International Academy's ranking?
Beck International Academy is ranked #571 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Beck International Academy often compared to?
Beck International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Beck International Academy?
848 students attend Beck International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Beck International Academy students are White, 35% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beck International Academy part of?
Beck International Academy is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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