Academic Magnet High vs Charleston School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academic Magnet High
North Charleston · Public high · Grades 9–12
740 students
Charleston School of the Arts
North Charleston · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,102 students
| Measure | Academic Magnet High North Charleston, South Carolina | Charleston School of the Arts North Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #35 of 228 | #11 of 228 |
| National rank | #1639 of 16,910 | #883 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 740 | 1,102 |
| Enrollment | 740 | 1,102 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 97.5% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | – | 83% |
| city | North Charleston | North Charleston |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charleston School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 77.5).
- •Academic Magnet High does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 90%).
- •Charleston School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 16.8).
- •Charleston School of the Arts is the larger school with 1,102 students compared with 740.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Academic Magnet High better than Charleston School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Charleston School of the Arts ranks higher (82.9 vs 77.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Academic Magnet High and Charleston School of the Arts?
About 0 m in a straight line, between North Charleston and North Charleston in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academic Magnet High: 740. Charleston School of the Arts: 1,102. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academic Magnet High and Charleston School of the Arts rank in South Carolina?
Academic Magnet High is 35th of 228 and Charleston School of the Arts is 11th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).