Serving 382 students in grades 5-8, Tall Pines Stem 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 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tall Pines Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tall Pines Stem Academy's student population of 382 students has grown by 105% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tall Pines Stem 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 Tall Pines Stem Academy is 0.27, 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
#348 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
6%
31%
White
85%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tall Pines Stem Academy's ranking?
Tall Pines Stem Academy is ranked #348 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Tall Pines Stem Academy often compared to?
Tall Pines Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Leavelle Mccampbell Middle School, Horse Creek Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Tall Pines Stem Academy?
382 students attend Tall Pines Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Tall Pines Stem Academy students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tall Pines Stem Academy?
Tall Pines Stem Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tall Pines Stem Academy offer ?
Tall Pines Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tall Pines Stem Academy part of?
Tall Pines Stem Academy is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
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