Serving 237 students in grades 9, Swansea High Freshman Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Swansea High Freshman Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
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Swansea High Freshman Academy's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
Swansea High Freshman Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swansea High Freshman Academy is 0.65, 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
#415 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
17%
31%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Swansea High Freshman Academy's ranking?
Swansea High Freshman Academy is ranked #415 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Swansea High Freshman Academy?
237 students attend Swansea High Freshman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Swansea High Freshman Academy students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swansea High Freshman Academy?
Swansea High Freshman Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swansea High Freshman Academy offer ?
Swansea High Freshman Academy offers enrollment in grades 9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swansea High Freshman Academy part of?
Swansea High Freshman Academy is part of Lexington 04 School District.
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