Serving 861 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blythe Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (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 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blythe Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Blythe Academy's student population of 861 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
861 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Blythe Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blythe Academy is 0.71, which is more 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
#273 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
30%
14%
Black
27%
31%
White
36%
47%
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
54%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blythe Academy's ranking?
Blythe Academy is ranked #273 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Blythe Academy often compared to?
Blythe Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Augusta Circle Elementary School, A.j. Whittenberg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% 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 Blythe Academy?
861 students attend Blythe Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Blythe Academy students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blythe Academy?
Blythe Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blythe Academy offer ?
Blythe Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blythe Academy part of?
Blythe Academy is part of Greenville 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
I graduated from this school and I completely love it. I have a lot of amazing memories. This education brought me to greater levels in life and I cannot thank you enough for this. Congratulations to Mr. Steven Sokohl, you will do wonders for this school. After graduating, I decided to launch my own business called This Is Blythe because Blythe Academy meant so much to me. Thank you for everything. I have a lot of friends asking me to make my website public. Here it goes www.thisisblythe.com good luck to future students. Have a wonderful day!
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