Serving 256 students in grades 9, Swansea High Freshman 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swansea High Freshman Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Swansea High Freshman Academy's student population of 256 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Swansea High Freshman 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 Swansea High Freshman Academy is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
19%
32%
White
59%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swansea High Freshman Academy's ranking?
Swansea High Freshman Academy is ranked #561 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Swansea High Freshman Academy?
256 students attend Swansea High Freshman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Swansea High Freshman Academy students are White, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swansea High Freshman Academy?
Swansea High Freshman Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swansea High Freshman Academy offer ?
Swansea High Freshman Academy offers enrollment in grades 9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Swansea High Freshman Academy part of?
Swansea High Freshman Academy is part of Lexington 04 School District.
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