HIGH POINT ACADEMY

High Point Academy is a public charter school that is part of the SC Public Charter School District school district, located in Spartanburg, SC with about 1,222 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 84 teachers, High Point Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

High Point Academy, located on Pottery Road in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is a public charter school that serves students in grades K-12. As a tuition-free institution, it operates with a focus on providing a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes core subjects while fostering a supportive, community-oriented culture. The school is known for its commitment to character development and preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional instruction and extracurricular opportunities.

The academy distinguishes itself through a structured educational approach designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body within the Spartanburg community. By maintaining a focus on high standards and a safe, inclusive environment, High Point Academy seeks to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the critical thinking skills necessary for future challenges. Its location serves as a central hub for families in the area looking for an alternative public education option that prioritizes student achievement and holistic growth.

For more information, contact High Point Academy at (864) 316-9788 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6655 Pottery Road
Spartanburg, SC 29303
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HIGH POINT ACADEMY is a public Charter school in Spartanburg, SC with about 1,222 enrolled students. See other public other schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
SC Public Charter School District
Total Students:
1,222
Teachers:
84.7
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,222 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending HIGH POINT ACADEMY is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.

White
72.7%
Black or African American
16.0%
Hispanic/Latino
5.5%
Two or more races
5.0%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
50.6%
Male
49.4%

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.