Serving 106 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Academy Of Hope Charter ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academy Of Hope Charter's student population of 106 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Academy Of Hope Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Hope Charter is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1092 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
60%
31%
White
28%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Hope Charter's ranking?
Academy Of Hope Charter is ranked #1092 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Academy Of Hope Charter often compared to?
Academy Of Hope Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Bridgewater Academy Charter, Palmetto Academy Of Learning And Success Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Academy Of Hope Charter?
106 students attend Academy Of Hope Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Academy Of Hope Charter students are Black, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy Of Hope Charter?
Academy Of Hope Charter has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Academy Of Hope Charter offer ?
Academy Of Hope Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy Of Hope Charter part of?
Academy Of Hope Charter is part of Horry 01 School District.
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