HCS Scholars Academy High

Summary:

HCS Scholars Academy High is a small, high-performing public high school in Conway, South Carolina, serving 131 students in grades 9-12 and part of the Horry 01 school district, which is ranked 9th out of 75 districts in the state.

HCS Scholars Academy High consistently outperforms the state and district averages on End-of-Course (EOCEP) exams, achieving 100% proficiency or better in English 1, English 2, U.S. History, and Biology 1/Applied Biology 2 over the past three school years. This is a remarkable achievement compared to the state and district averages, which range from 58.77% to 87.65% proficiency. The school has a predominantly White student population (78.63%) and has consistently ranked among the top 6 high schools in the state for its performance with gifted and talented students. Additionally, the school maintains a very low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 3.7 to 10.4 over the past three school years.

When compared to the nearby high schools in the Horry 01 district, such as Myrtle Beach High, Socastee High, and Conway High, HCS Scholars Academy High stands out as the top performer, with significantly higher proficiency rates on EOCEP exams and higher statewide rankings. This suggests that the school's focus on academic excellence and support for high-achieving students is paying off, though there may be opportunities to further diversify the student population and explore ways to support students from more socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 642 Century Circle
       Conway, SC  29526


(843) 349-4117

District: Horry 01

SchoolDigger Rank:
2nd of 235 South Carolina High Schools


Student/teacher ratio:  10.4 Help
Number of students:  131

Racial breakdown:

White:
78.6%
Asian:
10.7%
Hispanic:
3.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  26.7% Help


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Compare Details HCS Scholars Academy High ranks better than 99.1% of high schools in South Carolina. It also ranks first among 12 ranked high schools in the Horry 01 School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 97.66. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (78.6%), Asian (10.7%), Hispanic (3.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 26.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at HCS Scholars Academy High is 10.4, which is the 3rd best among 12 high schools in the Horry 01 School District. (See more...)
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Compare HCS Scholars Academy High employs 12.5 full-time teachers.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

HCS Scholars Academy High:

SchoolDigger ranks HCS Scholars Academy High 2nd of 235 South Carolina public high schools. (See HCS Scholars Academy High in the ranking list.)

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Horry 01:

SchoolDigger ranks Horry 01 9th of 75 South Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for HCS Scholars Academy High

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Rank History for all students at HCS Scholars Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 98.14 2nd 237 99.2%
2024 97.66 2nd 235 99.1%
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Rank History for Female students at HCS Scholars Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 96.01 3rd 213 98.6%
2022 97.41 2nd 220 99.1%
2023 97.10 2nd 223 99.1%
2024 96.45 3rd 225 98.7%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at HCS Scholars Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 76.89 6th 156 96.2%
2024 75.09 4th 157 97.5%
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Rank History for Male students at HCS Scholars Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 97.61 2nd 215 99.1%
2022 97.90 4th 224 98.2%
2023 98.25 2nd 229 99.1%
2024 97.98 1st 228 99.6%
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Rank History for White students at HCS Scholars Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools SC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 95.44 3rd 189 98.4%
2022 95.70 2nd 192 99.0%
2023 95.40 3rd 197 98.5%
2024 94.84 2nd 196 99.0%
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Data source: test scores: South Carolina State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for HCS Scholars Academy High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2021 34 0 5 4 0 1 3 0 47
2022 64 3 14 5 0 1 5 0 92
2023 103 4 14 5 0 0 5 0 131

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at HCS Scholars Academy High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2021 47 12.5 3.7 19.1
2022 92 12.0 7.6 17.4
2023 131 12.5 10.4 26.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio HCS Scholars Academy High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2021 47 12.5 3.7 19.1
2022 92 12.0 7.6 17.4
2023 131 12.5 10.4 26.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.


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Frequently Asked Questions about HCS Scholars Academy High

In the 2022-23 school year, 131 students attended HCS Scholars Academy High.

Yes! HCS Scholars Academy High is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 2nd of 235 South Carolina high schools.

Students at HCS Scholars Academy High are 79% White, 11% Asian, 4% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races, 3% African American.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the South Carolina Department of Education.

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