Serving 125 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bridgewater Academy Charter 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridgewater Academy Charter's student population of 125 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To Educate and Empower Every Student, Every Day to become Life-Long Learners!
School Rankings
Bridgewater Academy Charter 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 Bridgewater Academy Charter is 0.66, 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
#484 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
39%
31%
White
41%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgewater Academy Charter's ranking?
Bridgewater Academy Charter is ranked #484 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Bridgewater Academy Charter often compared to?
Bridgewater Academy Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Myrtle Beach Middle School, Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success Charter, Ocean Bay Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Bridgewater Academy Charter?
125 students attend Bridgewater Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bridgewater Academy Charter students are White, 39% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgewater Academy Charter?
Bridgewater Academy Charter has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bridgewater Academy Charter offer ?
Bridgewater Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bridgewater Academy Charter part of?
Bridgewater Academy Charter is part of Horry 01 School District.
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