Serving 6,263 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sc Connections Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 6,263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sc Connections Academy's student population of 6,263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 221 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
6,263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
221 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sc Connections 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 Sc Connections Academy is 0.56, 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
#569 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
22%
31%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sc Connections Academy's ranking?
Sc Connections Academy is ranked #569 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Sc Connections Academy often compared to?
Sc Connections Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cyber Of South Carolina, South Carolina Virtual Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sc Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Sc Connections Academy is 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sc Connections Academy?
6,263 students attend Sc Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sc Connections Academy students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sc Connections Academy?
Sc Connections Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sc Connections Academy offer ?
Sc Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sc Connections Academy part of?
Sc Connections Academy is part of Charter Institute At Erskine School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
SCCA is an excellent choice to provide a high quality education with abundant support from the teachers, guidance counselors and staff. Students can participate in a variety of clubs, activities, and field trips/learning experiences. Students receive individualized help as they need it, and parents are kept well informed of their student's progress and achievements. Students can work at their own pace and level, but are monitored carefully by the teachers and staff. It is a great choice to have the benefits of homeschooling and all the benefits from a free public education.
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