High Point Academy

Charter School 1,208 Students

Other K - 12th

School Overview

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.

1,208

Total Students

88.1

Full-Time Teachers

13.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for High Point Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	731
Hispanic	145
Black	264
Asian	12
Two or More	53
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

White
731 (60.5%)
Black
264 (21.9%)
Hispanic
145 (12.0%)
Two or More
53 (4.4%)
Asian
12 (1.0%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	SC Public Charter School District
Phone:	(864)316-9788
Grade Range:	K - 12th
Total Students:	1,208
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	88.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 85

Grade 1 81

Grade 2 91

Grade 3 103

Grade 4 68

Grade 5 88

Grade 6 105

Grade 7 108

Grade 8 111

Grade 9 106

Grade 10 86