Polaris Tech Charter School serves 515 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Polaris Tech Charter School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
52%
31%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 12/29/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Polaris Tech Charter School?
515 students attend Polaris Tech Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Polaris Tech Charter School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 19% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polaris Tech Charter School?
Polaris Tech Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Polaris Tech Charter School offer ?
Polaris Tech Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Polaris Tech Charter School part of?
Polaris Tech Charter School is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
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