Serving 242 students in grades 9-12, Lowcountry Acceleration 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowcountry Acceleration Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Lowcountry Acceleration Academy's student population of 242 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lowcountry Acceleration 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 Lowcountry Acceleration Academy is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#365 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
13%
Black
46%
31%
White
30%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowcountry Acceleration Academy's ranking?
Lowcountry Acceleration Academy is ranked #365 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lowcountry Acceleration Academy?
The graduation rate of Lowcountry Acceleration Academy is 15-19%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lowcountry Acceleration Academy?
242 students attend Lowcountry Acceleration Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lowcountry Acceleration Academy students are Black, 30% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowcountry Acceleration Academy?
Lowcountry Acceleration Academy has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lowcountry Acceleration Academy offer ?
Lowcountry Acceleration Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lowcountry Acceleration Academy part of?
Lowcountry Acceleration Academy is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
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