HUGHES ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Hughes Academy of Science and Technology is a public middle school that is part of the Greenville 01 school district, located in Greenville, SC with about 1,026 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, Hughes Academy of Science and Technology has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Hughes Academy of Science and Technology, located in Greenville, South Carolina, is a public magnet middle school that emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum centered on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). As part of the Greenville County School District, the academy is designed to foster critical thinking and innovation, providing students with unique hands-on learning opportunities, laboratory experiences, and specialized elective courses that go beyond the standard middle school requirements.
Beyond its focus on STEM, Hughes Academy is known for cultivating a collaborative and inclusive school culture that prioritizes student engagement and college-and-career readiness. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts programs, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. By integrating advanced technology into daily instruction and maintaining strong community partnerships, Hughes Academy aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of high school and the competitive demands of the modern workforce.
For more information, contact Hughes Academy of Science and Technology at (864) 355-6200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Greenville, SC 29605
(864) 355-6200
HUGHES ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY is a public school in Greenville, SC with about 1,026 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Greenville 01
- Total Students:
- 1,026
- Teachers:
- 61.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,026 students
- White
- 39.8%
- Black or African American
- 33.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 22.1%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 44.7%
- Male
- 55.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.