Serving 988 students in grades 6-8, Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology 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 41% (which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology's student population of 988 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology 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 Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology is 0.70, which is more 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
#570 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
33%
31%
White
36%
47%
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
61%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology's ranking?
Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology is ranked #570 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology often compared to?
Hughes Academy Of Science And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School, Greenville Middle Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology?
988 students attend Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology students are White, 33% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology?
Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology offer ?
Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology part of?
Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology is part of Greenville 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology located?
Hughes Academy Of Science And Technology is located in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood of Greenville, SC.
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