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#51 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 4% in state

Greg Mathis Charter High

High School · Charleston 01

2872 Azalea Drive, North Charleston, SC 29405

Charter

Enrollment

61

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In North Charleston

#1 of 30

public schools

South Carolina high schools

#18 of 216

In district

#7 of 79

Charleston 01

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Greg Mathis Charter High

Greg Mathis Charter High is a public high school in North Charleston, SC, part of the Charleston 01. The school serves approximately 61 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 95.7th percentile among SC schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 38% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $54,566, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a midsize city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 61 students, Greg Mathis Charter High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Greg Mathis Charter High is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+6.41 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25%
Reading/ELA Proficiency75%
Overall Proficiency50%
Expected (poverty-adj.)36%
vs. Expected+14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,213

Greg Mathis Charter High — Students at Greg Mathis Charter High score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
25%
ELA
30%
2021*
ELA
10%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
75%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Greg Mathis Charter High Compares

See how Greg Mathis Charter High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
96th percentile in SC
Academic
7.8/10
7.8/10
Growth
9.8/10
Above average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers

Location

2872 Azalea Drive, North Charleston, SC 29405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greg Mathis Charter High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Academic Magnet High (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is North Charleston High (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Charleston School of the Arts (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Charleston, see our North Charleston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mary Ford Early Childhood Learning and Family Center North Charleston 0.4 mi 4.7
Military Magnet Academy North Charleston 0.5 mi 6.4
Chicora Elementary North Charleston 0.6 mi 6.8
OWENS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Charleston 1.0 mi
Allegro Charter School of Music North Charleston 2.1 mi 6.3
Meeting Street Elementary North Charleston 2.1 mi 3.4
Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori North Charleston 2.4 mi 7.6
Orange Grove Charter School Charleston 2.3 mi 8.2
North Charleston High North Charleston 2.5 mi 7.7
TRINITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charleston 2.4 mi
North Charleston Elementary North Charleston 2.8 mi 6.0
Morningside Middle North Charleston 2.8 mi 6.3
CHARLESTON BILINGUAL ACADEMY North Charleston 3.1 mi 6.8
Charleston Charter School for Math and Science Charleston 3.2 mi 7.5
Charleston School of the Arts North Charleston 3.2 mi 7.6
Academic Magnet High North Charleston 3.2 mi 8.2
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary North Charleston 3.3 mi 5.0
James Simons Montessori Charleston 3.3 mi 8.2
THE CHARLESTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston 3.4 mi 6.8
HARVEST TIME INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Charleston 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,566

Median Home Value

$266,200

Median Rent

$1,196/mo

Population

26,717

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

46.9%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.5%

Median Age

39.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Greg Mathis Charter High has a median household income of $54,566. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $266,200, with a median rent of $1,196/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.5%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
SC Governor's School for Agriculture at John de la Howe Mccormick, SC 8.6
Turbeville High Turbeville, SC 8.1
THE GEORGETOWN SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Georgetown, SC 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greg Mathis Charter High

What grades does Greg Mathis Charter High serve?

Greg Mathis Charter High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Greg Mathis Charter High?

Greg Mathis Charter High has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greg Mathis Charter High?

The student-teacher ratio at Greg Mathis Charter High is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greg Mathis Charter High rank in SC?

Greg Mathis Charter High is ranked #51 out of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Greg Mathis Charter High's MySchoolScout rating?

Greg Mathis Charter High has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Greg Mathis Charter High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Greg Mathis Charter High has 25.0% math proficiency and 38.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Greg Mathis Charter High a charter school?

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

Is Greg Mathis Charter High a Title I school?

No, Greg Mathis Charter High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greg Mathis Charter High?

100.0% of students at Greg Mathis Charter 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
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,771/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (North Charleston). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Charleston County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Charleston 01
District Enrollment
50,400
Schools in District
82
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,635
District Rank
#7 of 79

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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