Serving 1,102 students in grades 6-12, Charleston School Of The Arts ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charleston School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Charleston School Of The Arts's student population of 1,102 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,102 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Charleston School Of The Arts ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charleston School Of The Arts is 0.49, 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
#43 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
70%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston School Of The Arts's ranking?
Charleston School Of The Arts is ranked #43 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charleston School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Charleston School Of The Arts is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Charleston School Of The Arts?
1,102 students attend Charleston School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Charleston School Of The Arts students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charleston School Of The Arts?
Charleston School Of The Arts has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charleston School Of The Arts offer ?
Charleston School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charleston School Of The Arts part of?
Charleston School Of The Arts is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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