Serving 393 students in grades 6-12, Military Magnet Academy 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 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Military Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Military Magnet Academy's student population of 393 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Military Magnet Academy 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 Military Magnet Academy is 0.53, 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
#806 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Hispanic
34%
15%
Black
60%
31%
White
3%
46%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Military Magnet Academy's ranking?
Military Magnet Academy is ranked #806 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Military Magnet Academy?
The graduation rate of Military Magnet Academy is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Military Magnet Academy?
393 students attend Military Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Military Magnet Academy students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Military Magnet Academy?
Military Magnet Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Military Magnet Academy offer ?
Military Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Military Magnet Academy part of?
Military Magnet Academy is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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