Serving 548 students in grades 3-8, Buist Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buist Academy 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
Buist Academy's student population of 548 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buist Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buist Academy is 0.48, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 1154 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
12%
31%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buist Academy's ranking?
Buist Academy is ranked #2 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Buist Academy?
548 students attend Buist Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Buist Academy students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% 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 Buist Academy?
Buist Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buist Academy offer ?
Buist Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buist Academy part of?
Buist Academy is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Buist Academy located?
Buist Academy is located in the Ansonborough neighborhood of Charleston, SC.
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