Serving 184 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 9:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charleston Progressive's student population of 184 students has declined by 31% 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
184 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Charleston Progressive 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 Charleston Progressive is 0.12, 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
#743 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
94%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
46%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-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 Charleston Progressive's ranking?
Charleston Progressive is ranked #743 out of 1,118 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 Memminger Elementary School, Buist Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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?
184 students attend Charleston Progressive.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Charleston Progressive students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charleston Progressive?
Charleston Progressive has a student ration of 9:1, 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 10/10/2025
A very great school was impressed how much attention and care students get from teachers.
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