Cedar Springs Academy
51 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
Cedar Springs Academy, located on the campus of the South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind in Spartanburg, serves as a specialized educational environment designed to meet the unique needs of students who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind or visually impaired, or who have multi-sensory disabilities. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive, high-quality education that focuses on academic achievement, communication development, and the cultivation of independent living skills. By utilizing specialized technology, a tailored curriculum, and low student-to-teacher ratios, the academy ensures that every student has the tools necessary to overcome sensory-related barriers to learning.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Cedar Springs Academy emphasizes the development of the "whole child" through a supportive and inclusive community. The staff consists of professionals trained specifically in the fields of deaf and blind education, ensuring that instructional methods are adapted to each student’s specific sensory needs. Through a blend of rigorous classroom instruction, extracurricular programming, and support services, the school aims to empower its students to reach their full potential and prepare them for successful transitions into post-secondary education, vocational training, or independent life within their communities.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Cedar Springs Academy emphasizes the development of the "whole child" through a supportive and inclusive community. The staff consists of professionals trained specifically in the fields of deaf and blind education, ensuring that instructional methods are adapted to each student’s specific sensory needs. Through a blend of rigorous classroom instruction, extracurricular programming, and support services, the school aims to empower its students to reach their full potential and prepare them for successful transitions into post-secondary education, vocational training, or independent life within their communities.
51
Total Students
13.0
Full-Time Teachers
3.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic | 11 |
| Black | 20 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 1 |
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Black20 (39.2 %)
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White18 (35.3 %)
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Hispanic11 (21.6 %)
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Asian1 (2.0 %)
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Two or More1 (2.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Deaf & Blind School |
| Phone: | (864)577-7771 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 51 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 13.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 3.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
4
Kindergarten
1
Grade 1
4
Grade 2
4
Grade 3
3
Grade 4
1
Grade 5
2
Grade 6
1
Grade 7
6
Grade 8
4
Grade 9
1
Grade 10
3
Grade 11
8
Grade 12
9
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 4 |
| Kindergarten | 1 |
| Grade 1 | 4 |
| Grade 2 | 4 |
| Grade 3 | 3 |
| Grade 4 | 1 |
| Grade 5 | 2 |
| Grade 6 | 1 |
| Grade 7 | 6 |
| Grade 8 | 4 |
| Grade 9 | 1 |
| Grade 10 | 3 |
| Grade 11 | 8 |
| Grade 12 | 9 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 23 | 45.1% |
| Male | 28 | 54.9% |
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