CHARLESTON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

Charleston School of the Arts is a public high school that is part of the Charleston 01 school district, located in North Charleston, SC with about 1,113 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 70 teachers, Charleston School of the Arts has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Charleston School of the Arts (SOA) is a highly acclaimed, tuition-free public magnet school serving students in grades 6 through 12 within the Charleston County School District. Located in North Charleston, the school is nationally recognized for its rigorous dual-focus curriculum that balances intensive pre-professional arts training with a demanding academic program. Students must audition for admission, ensuring a dedicated student body that is deeply committed to their respective artistic disciplines.

The school offers a wide array of majors, including band, creative writing, dance, theater, piano, strings, visual arts, and vocal music. Beyond the studio and stage, SOA maintains a reputation for academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top-performing schools in South Carolina. By fostering a collaborative environment where creativity and scholarship intersect, Charleston School of the Arts prepares its students not only for success in collegiate fine arts programs but also for diverse professional pathways that value critical thinking, discipline, and creative problem-solving.

For more information, contact Charleston School of the Arts at (843) 529-4990 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.