Calhoun Academy of the Arts vs South Carolina Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South Carolina, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calhoun Academy of the Arts
Anderson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
424 students
South Carolina Preparatory Academy
Anderson · Charter high · Grades 6–12
391 students
| Measure | Calhoun Academy of the Arts Anderson, South Carolina | South Carolina Preparatory Academy Anderson, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 1 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #362 of 688 | #226 of 228 |
| National rank | #24588 of 50,301 | #16899 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 424 | 391 |
| Enrollment | 424 | 391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 39.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 46% | – |
| city | Anderson | Anderson |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Calhoun Academy of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.8 vs 0.8).
- •Calhoun Academy of the Arts does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 39.1).
- •Calhoun Academy of the Arts is the larger school with 424 students compared with 391.
- •Calhoun Academy of the Arts is a public school while South Carolina Preparatory Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Calhoun Academy of the Arts better than South Carolina Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Calhoun Academy of the Arts ranks higher (50.8 vs 0.8 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 Calhoun Academy of the Arts and South Carolina Preparatory Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Anderson and Anderson in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calhoun Academy of the Arts: 424. South Carolina Preparatory Academy: 391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calhoun Academy of the Arts and South Carolina Preparatory Academy rank in South Carolina?
Calhoun Academy of the Arts is 362nd of 688 and South Carolina Preparatory Academy is 226th of 228 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).