Serving 453 students in grades 9-12, Charleston Advancement High School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charleston Advancement High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Charleston Advancement High School's student population of 453 students has grown by 376% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charleston Advancement High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charleston Advancement High School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#687 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
38:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
48%
32%
White
32%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
10-14%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
52%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston Advancement High School's ranking?
Charleston Advancement High School is ranked #687 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charleston Advancement High School?
The graduation rate of Charleston Advancement High School is 10-14%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Charleston Advancement High School?
453 students attend Charleston Advancement High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Charleston Advancement High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charleston Advancement High School?
Charleston Advancement High School has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charleston Advancement High School offer ?
Charleston Advancement High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charleston Advancement High School part of?
Charleston Advancement High School is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
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