Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charleston Progressive ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charleston Progressive ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Charleston Progressive's student population of 203 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Charleston Progressive ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charleston Progressive is 0.10, 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
#645 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
95%
31%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
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 Charleston Progressive's ranking?
Charleston Progressive is ranked #645 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Charleston Progressive often compared to?
Charleston Progressiveis often viewed alongside schools like Buist Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Charleston Progressive?
203 students attend Charleston Progressive.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Charleston Progressive students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charleston Progressive?
Charleston Progressive has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charleston Progressive offer ?
Charleston Progressive offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charleston Progressive part of?
Charleston Progressive is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Charleston Progressive located?
Charleston Progressive is located in the Wraggborough neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
School Reviews
5 8/29/2013
A very great school was impressed how much attention and care students get from teachers.
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