Serving 752 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Point Academy 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 49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Point Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Point Academy's student population of 752 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
East Point Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Point Academy is 0.70, which is more 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
#366 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
29%
31%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
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 East Point Academy's ranking?
East Point Academy is ranked #366 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend East Point Academy?
752 students attend East Point Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Point Academy students are White, 29% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Point Academy?
East Point Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Point Academy offer ?
East Point Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Point Academy part of?
East Point Academy is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
School Reviews
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