Aiken Scholars Academy serves 179 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in SC)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aiken Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aiken Scholars Academy's student population of 179 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Aiken Scholars Academy is 0.54, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
14%
31%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Aiken Scholars Academy?
The graduation rate of Aiken Scholars Academy is 90%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Aiken Scholars Academy?
179 students attend Aiken Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Aiken Scholars Academy students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aiken Scholars Academy?
Aiken Scholars Academy has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aiken Scholars Academy offer ?
Aiken Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aiken Scholars Academy part of?
Aiken Scholars Academy is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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