Summary:
The 29401 zip code area of Charleston, South Carolina is home to two public magnet schools: Buist Academy and Memminger Elementary. While Buist Academy is a standout, high-performing middle school, Memminger Elementary has struggled academically, ranking in the bottom half of elementary schools in the state.
Buist Academy is an exceptional school, consistently ranking among the top 1-2 middle schools in Charleston 01 district and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its students demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, with 97.9% of 7th graders proficient or better in ELA and up to 98.7% of 3rd, 4th, and 6th graders proficient or better in math, far exceeding district and state averages.
In contrast, Memminger Elementary has struggled, ranking in the bottom half of elementary schools in the state and earning a 1-star rating. Its test scores lag behind the district and state, with only 40.7% of 5th graders proficient or better in ELA and 34.4% in math. Despite higher per-student spending and a lower student-teacher ratio, Memminger Elementary's academic performance remains a concern.
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