Serving 1,170 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Orange Grove Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orange Grove Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orange Grove Charter School's student population of 1,170 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,170 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orange Grove Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange Grove Charter School is 0.34, 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
#93 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-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 Orange Grove Charter School's ranking?
Orange Grove Charter School is ranked #93 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Orange Grove Charter School often compared to?
Orange Grove Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Orange Grove Charter School?
1,170 students attend Orange Grove Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Orange Grove Charter School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orange Grove Charter School?
Orange Grove Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orange Grove Charter School offer ?
Orange Grove Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orange Grove Charter School part of?
Orange Grove Charter School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Orange Grove Charter School located?
Orange Grove Charter School is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
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