At a glance
Reported students
534
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
39
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
South Carolina elementary enrollment
54th percentile
Compared with 679 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
492
East Aiken School of the Arts: 534 reported students.
State peer staffing position
56th percentile
13.7:1 reported; state peer median 13.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 528
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.3:1
What the reported data says about East Aiken School of the Arts
East Aiken School of the Arts is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Aiken. It is one of 41 current school records connected to Aiken 01. NCES reports 534 students for 2024–25.
Among 679 elementary schools in South Carolina with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 509 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 54th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.7:1, close to the South Carolina median of 13.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (41%) and White (38%). English learners represent 5.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking East Aiken School of the Arts
- 1How do the reported 13.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 39 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White38%
- Hispanic8.6%
- Black41%
- Asian0.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial10.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Aiken 01
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Aiken Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
508 reported students
Jefferson Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
572 reported students
Chukker Creek Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
578 reported students
Redcliffe Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
588 reported students
Cyril B. Busbee Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
467 reported students
North Augusta Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
610 reported students
Public schools near East Aiken School of the Arts
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Aiken Elementary Elementary · Aiken 01 | PK–05 | 440 | 2.2 mi |
| Millbrook Elementary Elementary · Aiken 01 | PK–05 | 664 | 2.9 mi |
| Chukker Creek Elementary Elementary · Aiken 01 | PK–05 | 578 | 5.1 mi |
| Aiken Elementary Elementary · Aiken 01 | PK–05 | 508 | 5.5 mi |
| Oakwood-Windsor Elementary Elementary · Aiken 01 | PK–05 | 427 | 6.2 mi |
| J. D. Lever Elementary Elementary · Aiken 01 | PK–05 | 452 | 6.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about East Aiken School of the Arts
What grades does East Aiken School of the Arts serve?
East Aiken School of the Arts reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Aiken 01.
How many students attend East Aiken School of the Arts?
East Aiken School of the Arts reported 534 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 54th percentile among 679 South Carolina elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 528 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at East Aiken School of the Arts?
The calculated ratio is 13.7:1, based on 534 students and 39 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The South Carolina median for the same school level is 13.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is East Aiken School of the Arts a public, charter, or magnet school?
East Aiken School of the Arts is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is East Aiken School of the Arts in?
East Aiken School of the Arts is part of Aiken 01, based in Aiken, SC, which operates 41 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near East Aiken School of the Arts?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include North Aiken Elementary (2.2 mi), Millbrook Elementary (2.9 mi), Chukker Creek Elementary (5.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.