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Very Good

#227 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 19% in state

Fox Creek High

High School · SC Public Charter School District

165 Shortcut Road, North Augusta, SC 29860

Charter

Enrollment

691

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#227 of 1,176

In North Augusta

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#18 of 33

SC Public Charter School District

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Fox Creek High

7.7/10

High School in North Augusta · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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About Fox Creek High

Fox Creek High is a public high school in North Augusta, SC, part of SC Public Charter School District. Fox Creek High serves approximately 691 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fox Creek High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Fox Creek High show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

Fox Creek High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+0.04 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)78% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation3.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,863
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

Fox Creek High — Students at Fox Creek High score 70% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 78%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.5% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
92%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Fox Creek High Compares

See how Fox Creek High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
81th percentile in SC
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
17
8 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
3.9% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
8 boys'·9 girls'·23 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

165 Shortcut Road, North Augusta, SC 29860

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fox Creek High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Augusta High (rated 7.5/10, 5.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Midland Valley High (rated 6.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Graniteville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Augusta, see our North Augusta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Merriwether Middle North Augusta 3.0 mi 5.7
Merriwether Elementary North Augusta 3.5 mi 4.8
Mossy Creek Elementary North Augusta 4.7 mi 7.0
North Augusta High North Augusta 5.3 mi 7.5
Belvedere Elementary Belvedere 5.6 mi 5.6
Paul Knox Middle North Augusta 5.8 mi 4.7
Bettis Preparatory Leadership Academy Trenton 5.8 mi 6.9
VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Augusta 6.9 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL North Augusta 7.0 mi 6.6
Hammond Hill Elementary North Augusta 7.1 mi 5.9
FAIRVIEW EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER North Augusta 7.4 mi
North Augusta Middle North Augusta 7.5 mi 4.1
Leavelle McCampbell Middle Graniteville 6.4 mi 3.3
Midland Valley High Graniteville 7.1 mi 6.7
Byrd Elementary Graniteville 6.6 mi 4.4
GRACE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER North Augusta 7.9 mi
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY EDUCATION North Augusta 8.0 mi 4.1
North Augusta Elementary North Augusta 8.1 mi 6.3
MIDLAND VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Graniteville 7.7 mi 6.9
Clearwater Elementary Clearwater 8.2 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29860 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,663

Median Home Value

$248,900

Median Rent

$1,104/mo

Population

17,412

College Educated

38.7%

Homeownership

89.9%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

46.4

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Dillon High Dillon, SC 7.7
Fairfield Central High Winnsboro, SC 7.7
Lee Central High Bishopville, SC 7.7
Pelion High Pelion, SC 7.7
Pendleton High Anderson, SC 7.7
Batesburg-Leesville High School Batesburg-Leesville, SC 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fox Creek High

What grades does Fox Creek High serve?

Fox Creek High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Fox Creek High?

Fox Creek High has an enrollment of approximately 691 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fox Creek High?

The student-teacher ratio at Fox Creek High is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fox Creek High rank in SC?

Fox Creek High ranks #227 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Fox Creek High's MySchoolScout rating?

Fox Creek High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Fox Creek High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fox Creek High has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Fox Creek High a charter school?

Yes, Fox Creek High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Fox Creek High a Title I school?

No, Fox Creek High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fox Creek High?

9.1% of students at Fox Creek High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Edgefield County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

SC Public Charter School District
District Enrollment
18,404
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,863
District Rank
#18 of 33

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