Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Felton Laboratory Charter 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 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher 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 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Felton Laboratory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Felton Laboratory Charter School's student population of 296 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Felton Laboratory Charter School 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 Felton Laboratory Charter School is 0.21, 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
#872 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
89%
31%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
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 Felton Laboratory Charter School's ranking?
Felton Laboratory Charter School is ranked #872 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Felton Laboratory Charter School often compared to?
Felton Laboratory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William J. Clark Middle School, Robert E. Howard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Felton Laboratory Charter School?
296 students attend Felton Laboratory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Felton Laboratory Charter School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Felton Laboratory Charter School?
Felton Laboratory Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Felton Laboratory Charter School offer ?
Felton Laboratory Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Felton Laboratory Charter School part of?
Felton Laboratory Charter School is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
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