Aiken Scholars Academy serves 182 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in SC)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aiken Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Aiken Scholars Academy's student population of 182 students has grown by 264% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Aiken Scholars Academy is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
12%
31%
White
70%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Aiken Scholars Academy?
The graduation rate of Aiken Scholars Academy is 90%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Aiken Scholars Academy?
182 students attend Aiken Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Aiken Scholars Academy students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aiken Scholars Academy?
Aiken Scholars Academy has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aiken Scholars Academy offer ?
Aiken Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Aiken Scholars Academy part of?
Aiken Scholars Academy is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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