Serving 368 students in grades 3-5, Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy's student population of 368 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Taking Flight
School Rankings
Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#961 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
87%
31%
White
7%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy's ranking?
Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy is ranked #961 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy?
368 students attend Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy?
Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy offer ?
Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy part of?
Kenneth Gardner Leadership Academy is part of Williamsburg 01 School District.
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