Serving 764 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Berkeley Preparatory 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 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkeley Preparatory Academy's student population of 764 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
764 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Berkeley Preparatory 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 Berkeley Preparatory Academy is 0.60, 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
#615 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
23%
31%
White
58%
46%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Berkeley Preparatory Academy is ranked #615 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Berkeley Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Berkeley Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mevers School Of Excellence, Ladson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Preparatory Academy?
764 students attend Berkeley Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Berkeley Preparatory Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkeley Preparatory Academy?
Berkeley Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkeley Preparatory Academy offer ?
Berkeley Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Berkeley Preparatory Academy part of?
Berkeley Preparatory Academy is part of Charter Institute At Erskine School District.
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