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CER ranks South Carolina's charter school law 18th strongest of the nation's 40 laws, with an overall grade of C. The law was passed in 1996.
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Alphabetical Listing of Schools: 1 - 25 of 45
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Academy for Teaching and Learning
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109 Hinton St.
Chester, SC 29706
Phone: 803-385-6334
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 200
Grades: PreK-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Strives to create an atmosphere where children and adults bond, individually and as a group. Heavy focus on literacy
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Aiken Performing Arts Academy
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222 Beaufort St.
Aiken, SC 29801
Phone: 803-644-4824
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 50
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Unique, diverse, flexible and productive teaching methods focused on improving academic development and promoting artistic growth.
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Brashier Middle College Charter
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404 Vardry St.
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: 864-232-2112
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 289
Grades: 9-11
Status: Open
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Description:
Curriculum focused on linkages between rigorous academics, technology and careers. Students enroll in Brashier College and take courses.
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Bridgewater Academy
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316 Bush Dr.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
Phone: 843-236-3689
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Opened 2003
Enrollment: 141
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Structured curriculum that is academically challenging. Diverse population. Instills in students the desire to learn and excel.
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Calhoun Falls Public Charter School
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205 Edgefield St.
Calhoun Falls, SC 29628
Phone: 864-418-8014
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Opened 2008
Enrollment: 230
Grades: 6-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Students are strongly engaged in the educational process and develop strong leadership qualities.
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Carolina School for Inquiry
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7405-A Fairfield Rd.
Columbia, SC 29203
Phone: 803-691-1250
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 90
Grades: K-5
Status: Open
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Description:
Uses Inquiry Learning model. USC professors teach special classes such as art.
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Charleston Charter School for Math and Science
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1002 King St.
Charleston, SC 29403
Phone: 803-720-3085
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Opened 2008
Enrollment: 180
Grades: 6-9
Status: Open
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Description:
Provides an innovative learning environment that is academically excellent, developmentally responsive and socially equitable.
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Charleston Development Academy
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233 Line St.
Charleston, SC 29413
Phone: 843-722-2689
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Opened 2003
Enrollment: 100
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
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Description:
Academic excellence and character-based initiatives in a safe and nurturing environment. Respect for each childs learning needs.
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Childrens Attention Home
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P.O. Box 2912
Rock Hill, SC 29372
Phone: 803-417-1048
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Opened 2004
Enrollment: 79
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Stimulates academic achievement and personal empowerment for abused, neglected and abandoned children. Special emphasis is placed on psychological aspects and study skills.
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CHOICES
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1405 Poinsett Dr.
Florence, SC 29506
Phone: 843-664-8993
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Opened 2002
Enrollment: 45
Grades: 7-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Provides training in job readiness, life management skills, character education, leadership development, anger management, and academic areas to at-risk youth who have been unable to succeed in traditional settings.
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Discovery School of Lancaster County
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302 W. Dunlap St.
Lancaster, SC 29720
Phone: 803-285-8430
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Opened 2000
Enrollment: 108
Grades: K-5
Status: Open
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Description:
Diverse focus. Emphasis on academic innovation and flexibility.
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East Cooper Montessori Charter School
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250 Ponsbury Rd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Phone: 843-216-2883
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Opened 2003
Enrollment: 175
Grades: 1-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Rigorous academic program characterized by individualization and high standards. Uses the Montessori method of instruction.
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Fox Creek High School
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1297 Martintown Rd.
North Augusta, SC 29861
Phone: 803-613-9435
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Opened 2004
Enrollment: 278
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
College-preparatory education with government, performing arts, industry, the medical community and sports. Provides a moral focus and parental involvement.
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Fuller Normal Advanced Technology Charter School
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901 Anderson Rd.
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: 864-271-3698
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 230
Grades: K-5
Status: Open
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Description:
To equip at-risk students with education and technological skills to provide them with marketable job skills.
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Greenville Technical Charter High School
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506 Pleasantburg Dr.
Greenville, SC 29606
Phone: 864-250-8844
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Opened 1999
Enrollment: 421
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Focused on linkages between rigorous academics, technology, and careers to produce graduates prepared for success.
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Greer Middle College Charter High School
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404 Vardry St.
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: 864-239-2000
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Opened 2008
Enrollment: 87
Grades: 9
Status: Open
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Description:
Project-based curriculum with a focus on technology and job training.
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Greg Mathis Charter High School
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7555 N. Spartan Blvd.
N. Charleston, SC 29420
Phone: 843-207-8308
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Opened 2003
Enrollment: 150
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Year-round education, classroom training in job readiness, life management skills and site-construction skills.
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James Island Charter High School
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1000 Fort Johnson Rd.
Charleston, SC 29412
Phone: 843-762-2754
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Opened 2003
Enrollment: 1425
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Diverse curriculum and extra-curricular experiences.
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Langston Charter High School
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212 Roper Mountain Road Ext.
Greenville, SC 29615
Phone: 864-286-9700
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Opened 2011
Enrollment: 310
Grades: 9-10
Status: Open
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Description:
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Langston Charter Middle School
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212 Roper Mountain Road Ext.
Greenville, SC 29615
Phone: 864-286-9700
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 310
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Single gender classes and innovative, cooperative learning. Active parental involvement.
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Lloyd-Kennedy Charter School
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222 Beaufort St.
Aiken, SC 29801
Phone: 803-644-4824
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Opened 2001
Enrollment: 62
Grades: 5-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Targets at-risk students. Emphasis on application-based performance indicators. Promotes academic and social development.
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Meyer Center for Special Children
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1132 Rutherford Rd.
Greenville, SC 29609
Phone: 864-250-0005 x 204
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Opened 1999
Enrollment: 45
Grades: PreK-2
Status: Open
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Description:
Quality education and therapy services to preschool children with disabilities.
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Midland Valley Preparatory School
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2432 Jefferson Davis Hwy.
Graniteville, SC 29829
Phone: 803-594-1028
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Opened 2002
Enrollment: 178
Grades: 4-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Center-based learning environment, child-guided instruction, parental involvement. Utilizes area resources and outdoor educational experiences.
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Midlands Math and Business Academy
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316 S. Beltline Blvd.
Columbia, SC 29205
Phone: 803-799-5101
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Opened 2004
Enrollment: 100
Grades: 4-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Offers a business component with the Core Knowledge curriculum to provide students the chance to make discoveries using hands-on approach with real world applications.
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MLD Learning Academy
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54 Joe Rd.
Bishopville, SC 29010
Phone: 803-428-3350
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 75
Grades: 4-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Academically challenging, developmentally appropriate, experiential, holistic and child-centered education.
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RESOURCES
South Carolina State Department of Education
1429 Senate St., Suite 605
Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-734-5481
Fax: 803-734-2034
Contact: Joel Medley, Education Associate
Email: jmedley@ed.sc.gov
Palmetto Charter Network
2432 Jefferson Davis Highway
Graniteville, 29829
Phone: 803-391-0606
Contact: Barbara Stoops, President
Email: bstoops@palmettocharternetwork.org
Palmetto Charter Network is focused on expanding educational opportunities for South Carolina's children.
South Carolina Association of Public Charter Schools
Phone: 800-691-7133
Contact: Mary Carmichael, Executive Director
Email: Mary.carmichael@sccharterschools.org
The Mission of the South Carolina Association of Public Charter Schools (SCAPCS) is to advance innovation and excellence in South Carolina's public education through the development and support of public charter schools.
South Carolina Public Charter School District
3700 Forest Drive, Suite 406
Columbia, 29229
Phone: 803-734-8322
Fax: 803-734-8325
Contact: Wayne Brazell, Superintendent
Email: wbrazell@scpcsd.sc.gov
SCPCSD's mission is to improve student learning and increase learning opportunities in South Carolina through the creation of innovative, high-quality charter schools. Ultimately, we strive to assist South Carolina in achieving academic excellence.
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