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#773 of 1,176 schools in SC
Clear Dot Charter School
School · Charter Institute at Erskine
2015 Marion Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#773 of 1,176
In Columbia
#41 of 72
public schools
In district
#19 of 23
Charter Institute at Erskine
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Clear Dot Charter School
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About Clear Dot Charter School
Clear Dot Charter School is a public school in Columbia, SC, part of Charter Institute at Erskine. Clear Dot Charter School serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Clear Dot Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #773 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Clear Dot Charter School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Clear Dot Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Clear Dot Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Clear Dot Charter School — Students at Clear Dot Charter School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Clear Dot Charter School Compares
See how Clear Dot Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2015 Marion Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clear Dot Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A. C. Moore Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PETERS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Logan Elementary Columbia | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Columbia | 1.0 mi | — |
| DANIELS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Columbia | 1.2 mi | — |
| Carver-Lyon Elementary Columbia | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| C. A. Johnson High Columbia | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Watkins-Nance Elementary Columbia | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Hyatt Park Elementary Columbia | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| W. A. Perry Middle Columbia | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Heyward Gibbes Middle Columbia | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Edward E. Taylor Elementary Columbia | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Hand Middle Columbia | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Eau Claire High Columbia | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTER FOR LEARNING INC Columbia | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| A. C. Moore Elementary Columbia | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Brookland-Cayce High Cayce | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Arden Elementary Columbia | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA Columbia | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Alcorn Middle Columbia | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Burton Pack Elementary Columbia | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,327
Median Home Value
$238,200
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
22,955
College Educated
56.3%
Homeownership
27.6%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
47.8%
Median Age
22.5
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|---|---|
| CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Greenwood, SC | 5.6 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF MYRTLE BEACH Myrtle Beach, SC | 5.4 |
| MARLBORO ACADEMY Bennettsville, SC | 5.4 |
| SCDJJ Evaluation and Detention Center Columbia, SC | 5.4 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Florence, SC | 5.8 |
| CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway, SC | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clear Dot Charter School
What grades does Clear Dot Charter School serve?
Clear Dot Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Clear Dot Charter School?
Clear Dot Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clear Dot Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clear Dot Charter School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clear Dot Charter School rank in SC?
Clear Dot Charter School ranks #773 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Clear Dot Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clear Dot Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Clear Dot Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clear Dot Charter School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Clear Dot Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Clear Dot Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Clear Dot Charter School a Title I school?
No, Clear Dot Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clear Dot Charter School?
99.3% of students at Clear Dot Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.7%
- Phone
- (803) 567-3075
Resources & Links
District
Charter Institute at Erskine- District Enrollment
- 25,146
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,062
- District Rank
- #19 of 23
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