Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hollis Academy 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 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hollis Academy serves the southwest part of Greenville, SC, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hollis Academy's student population of 566 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hollis Academy 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 Hollis Academy is 0.59, 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
#780 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
54%
15%
Black
35%
31%
White
6%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollis Academy's ranking?
Hollis Academy is ranked #780 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hollis Academy often compared to?
Hollis Academyis often viewed alongside schools like A.j. Whittenberg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Hollis Academy?
566 students attend Hollis Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hollis Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hollis Academy?
Hollis Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hollis Academy offer ?
Hollis Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hollis Academy part of?
Hollis Academy is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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