Is Fox Creek High a good school?

Fox Creek High ranks 81 st of 235 South Carolina high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Fox Creek High?

In the 2023-24 school year, 691 students attended Fox Creek High.

What is the racial makeup of Fox Creek High?

Students at Fox Creek High are 72% White, 16% African American, 6% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races.

Fox Creek High

Summary:

Fox Creek High is a public charter high school serving 659 students in grades 9-12 in North Augusta, South Carolina. The school is part of the Aiken 01 school district, which is ranked 25 out of 75 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating.

Fox Creek High stands out for its consistently strong academic performance, consistently ranking in the top half of South Carolina high schools with a 3-4 star rating from SchoolDigger. Its students generally outperform the district and state averages on End-of-Course (EOC) exams, particularly in English 1, English 2, and U.S. History. For example, in 2023-2024, 94.98% of Fox Creek High students were proficient or better in EOCEP/English 2, compared to 92.73% for the district and 85.83% for the state. Additionally, Fox Creek High has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 2.61% to 18.32% over the past few years, significantly lower than the surrounding schools like Silver Bluff High and South Aiken High, which have much higher rates of 42.29% to 73.53%.

While Fox Creek High's student population is less racially diverse, with a significantly higher percentage of white students (69.65%) compared to the surrounding schools, the school has maintained its strong academic performance. This suggests that factors beyond just the racial and socioeconomic makeup of the student body, such as the school's resource allocation and investment in its students, may be contributing to its success. However, the significant differences in the student population between Fox Creek High and the nearby schools raise questions about equity and access to high-quality educational opportunities in the region.

Detail:

Public, Charter 9-12

165 Shortcut Road
North Augusta, SC 29860

(803) 613-9435

District: School Public Charter School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
81^st of 235 South Carolina High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,914

Student/teacher ratio: 17.0

Number of students: 691

Racial breakdown:

White:

72.1%

African American:

15.8%

Hispanic:

6.2%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 9.1%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Fox Creek High ranks better than 65.5% of high schools in South Carolina. It also ranks 5^th among 8 ranked high schools in the School Public Charter School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 58.13. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Fox Creek High who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Fox Creek High has the largest high school student body size in the School Public Charter School District. Racial makeup is: White (72.1%), African American (15.8%), Hispanic (6.2%). (See more...)

Compare Details 9.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Fox Creek High is 17, which is the 5^th best among 8 high schools in the School Public Charter School District. (See more...)

Compare Fox Creek High employs 40.5 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Fox Creek High is $9,914, which is the 4^th highest among 8 high schools in the School Public Charter School District.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Fox Creek High:

SchoolDigger ranks Fox Creek High 81^st of 235 South Carolina public high schools. (See Fox Creek High in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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School Public Charter School District:

SchoolDigger ranks School Public Charter School District 25^th of 75 South Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at Fox Creek High

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SC State Percentile
2015	44.96	107^th	232	53.9%
2016	50.39	91^st	231	60.6%
2017	48.12	86^th	223	61.4%
2018	58.38	53^rd	216	75.5%
2019	61.36	48^th	225	78.7%
2021	62.20	67^th	227	70.5%
2022	47.70	104^th	226	54.0%
2023	50.47	106^th	237	55.3%
2024	58.13	81^st	235	65.5%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Fox Creek High

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SC State Percentile
2018	64.80	36^th	214	83.2%
2019	55.03	59^th	217	72.8%
2022	41.99	120^th	220	45.5%
2023	36.63	140^th	226	38.1%
2024	45.56	111^th	229	51.5%

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Rank History for Female students at Fox Creek High

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SC State Percentile
2018	56.83	66^th	210	68.6%
2019	58.68	67^th	213	68.5%
2021	74.40	31^st	213	85.4%
2022	36.97	140^th	220	36.4%
2023	46.88	110^th	223	50.7%
2024	56.53	86^th	225	61.8%

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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Fox Creek High

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	63.55	68^th	156	56.4%

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Rank History for Male students at Fox Creek High

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SC State Percentile
2018	60.12	55^th	213	74.2%
2019	64.77	41^st	218	81.2%
2021	53.91	84^th	215	60.9%
2022	54.60	85^th	224	62.1%
2023	51.36	96^th	229	58.1%
2024	57.40	82^nd	228	64.0%

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Rank History for African American students at Fox Creek High

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SC State Percentile
2018	57.06	57^th	183	68.9%
2019	45.37	86^th	184	53.3%
2022	25.97	153^rd	190	19.5%
2023	34.43	129^th	199	35.2%
2024	44.25	106^th	194	45.4%

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Rank History for White students at Fox Creek High

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	SC State Percentile
2018	43.38	89^th	185	51.9%
2019	49.40	75^th	191	60.7%
2021	49.78	80^th	189	57.7%
2022	29.69	136^th	192	29.2%
2023	33.46	133^rd	197	32.5%
2024	46.54	97^th	196	50.5%

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Data source: test scores: South Carolina Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: South Carolina State Department of Education

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by a citizen
Monday, June 12, 2017

The original purpose of FC was in backlash to the district not wanting to build a centralized high school. SInce then it has turned into an 'alternative' school for athletes who otherwise would never play at the larger high schools, students whose parents would rather have them to go to a mostly white school with minimal diversity. The high school several years ago was said to not have a library, but did have a weight room... A high school...without a proper library which to read the classic comedies or tragedies, to study in, to research.. High school should be fun, sports are great, but not elementary challenging, nor athletics first, bones breaks and ligaments tear. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Fox Creek High

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2013	331	60	0	9	0	0	18	0	418
2014	333	70	0	10	2	1	23	0	439
2015	398	77	0	9	1	0	22	0	507
2016	441	78	0	13	1	0	18	0	551
2017	468	90	0	17	2	0	12	4	593
2018	536	103	3	22	3	0	12	0	679
2019	524	112	8	23	2	0	10	0	679
2020	521	116	6	34	3	0	28	0	708
2021	533	118	4	31	3	0	37	0	726
2022	526	117	3	36	0	0	46	0	728
2023	459	119	1	42	1	0	37	0	659
2024	498	109	2	43	2	0	37	0	691

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Fox Creek High

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2013	418	23.0	18.1	30.9
2014	439	27.0	16.2	22.8
2015	507	26.0	19.5	22.5
2016	551	28.0	19.6	22.5
2017	593	32.5	18.2	20.7
2018	679	35.5	19.1	14.1
2019	679	38.5	17.6	19.9
2020	708	39.0	18.1	22.5
2021	726	40.0	18.1	18.3
2022	728	42.5	17.1	2.6
2023	659	43.5	15.1	7.7
2024	691	40.5	17.0	9.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Fox Creek High

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2013	418	23.0	18.1	30.9
2014	439	27.0	16.2	22.8
2015	507	26.0	19.5	22.5
2016	551	28.0	19.6	22.5
2017	593	32.5	18.2	20.7
2018	679	35.5	19.1	14.1
2019	679	38.5	17.6	19.9
2020	708	39.0	18.1	22.5
2021	726	40.0	18.1	18.3
2022	728	42.5	17.1	2.6
2023	659	43.5	15.1	7.7
2024	691	40.5	17.0	9.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Fox Creek High

Year	Personnel Expenditures from Federal Funds	Non-Personnel Expenditures from Federal Funds	Total Expenditures from Federal Funds	Personnel Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Non-Personnel Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$87 (2.0%)	$25 (0.6%)	$112 (2.6%)	$2,623 (60.7%)	$1,587 (36.7%)	$4,210 (97.4%)	$4,322
2023	$196 (2.0%)	$235 (2.4%)	$431 (4.3%)	$7,171 (72.3%)	$2,312 (23.3%)	$9,483 (95.7%)	$9,914

Data source: South Carolina Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Fox Creek High

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 48^th of 225 High schools	Ranks 106^th of 237 High schools	23.4%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
End of Course Algebra 1/Mathematics for the Technologies 2 (Fox Creek High)	73	55.2	17.8%
End of Course Algebra 1/Mathematics for the Technologies 2 (School Public Charter School District)	64.2	72.3	8.1%
End of Course Algebra 1/Mathematics for the Technologies 2 (South Carolina)	68.6	68.3	0.3%
End of Course Biology 1/Applied Biology 2 (Fox Creek High)	77.9	50.9	27%
End of Course Biology 1/Applied Biology 2 (School Public Charter School District)	72.5	66.6	5.9%
End of Course Biology 1/Applied Biology 2 (South Carolina)	67.2	59.1	8.1%
End of Course English 1 (Fox Creek High)	89.2	88.6	0.6%
End of Course English 1 (School Public Charter School District)	85.9	89.3	3.4%
End of Course English 1 (South Carolina)	78.9	84	5.1%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	679	659	2.9%
African American	112	119	6.3%
American Indian	2	1	50%
Asian	8	1	87.5%
Hispanic	23	42	82.6%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	524	459	12.4%
Two or More Races	10	37	270%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	19.9%	7.7%	12.1%

Schools Near Fox Creek High

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				EOCEP Algebra 1/Mathematics for the Technologies 2 (2024)	EOCEP English 1 (2024)	EOCEP U.S. History and the Constitution (2024)	EOCEP English 2 (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	EOCEP Algebra 1/Mathematics for the Technologies 2 End of Course	EOCEP English 1 End of Course	EOCEP U.S. History and the Constitution End of Course	EOCEP English 2 End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures: Total	Personnel Spending from Federal Funds	Non-Personnel Spending from Federal Funds	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Personnel Spending from State and Local Funds	Non-Personnel from State and Local Funds	Sub-total Spending from State and Local Funds
Fox Creek High	Public, Charter	9-12	165 Shortcut Road	North Augusta	29860	Edgefield County	School Public Charter School District	Yes	No	No	No	(803) 613-9435	691	41	17.0	9.1%	498 (72.1%)	109 (15.8%)	43 (6.2%)	2 (0.3%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	37 (5.4%)	58.1	81^st of 235 public high schools	65.5%		50.5	106^th of 237 public high schools	55.3%	25	47.5	67.3	59.8	95.0	$9,914	$196	$235	$431	$7,171	$2,312	$9,483
North Augusta High	Public	9-12	2000 Knobcone Avenue	North Augusta	29841	Aiken County	Aiken 01	No	No	No	No	(803) 442-6100	1,697	90	18.8	56.9%	797 (47.0%)	520 (30.6%)	262 (15.4%)	14 (0.8%)	2 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	102 (6.0%)	43	125^th of 235 public high schools	46.8%		53.2	94^th of 237 public high schools	60.3%	31	56.8	59.5	58.9	83.3	$9,686	$791	$282	$1,073	$7,547	$1,066	$8,613
Midland Valley High	Public	9-12	227 Mustang Drive	Graniteville	29829	Aiken County	Aiken 01	No	No	No	No	(803) 593-7100	1,486	85	17.4	74.0%	685 (46.1%)	447 (30.1%)	282 (19.0%)	4 (0.3%)	6 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	61 (4.1%)	29	167^th of 235 public high schools	28.9%		39.9	133^rd of 237 public high schools	43.9%	34	50.1	54.9	43.6	83.3	$10,461	$968	$319	$1,287	$8,017	$1,157	$9,174
Aiken County Career Center	Public	10-12	2455 Jefferson Davis Highway	Warrenville	29851	Aiken County	Aiken 01	No	No	No	No	(803) 593-7300	0	20	.0		0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Trenton High	Public	9-12	84 Greenhouse Road	Trenton	29847	Edgefield County	Dept Of Correction N04	No	No	No	Yes	(803) 896-3044	9	6	1.5	66.7%	0 (0.0%)	8 (88.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (11.1%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)
Aiken Scholars Academy	Public	9-12	471 University Parkway Box 12	Aiken	29801	Aiken County	Aiken 01	No	No	No	No	(803) 641-2428	179	6	29.8	30.7%	118 (65.9%)	24 (13.4%)	11 (6.1%)	11 (6.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (8.4%)	97.8	1^st of 235 public high schools	99.6%		98.1	1^st of 237 public high schools	99.6%			100.0	100.0	100.0
Aiken High	Public	9-12	449 Rutland Drive	Aiken	29801	Aiken County	Aiken 01	No	No	No	No	(803) 641-2500	1,254	76	16.5	100.0%	517 (41.2%)	557 (44.4%)	125 (10.0%)	10 (0.8%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	44 (3.5%)	38	139^th of 235 public high schools	40.9%		40.3	129^th of 237 public high schools	45.6%	10	57.8	58.2	57.9	80.5	$11,669	$1,061	$332	$1,393	$8,922	$1,355	$10,276
South Aiken High	Public	9-12	232 East Pine Log Road	Aiken	29803	Aiken County	Aiken 01	No	No	No	No	(803) 641-2600	1,305	80	16.3	58.2%	637 (48.8%)	405 (31.0%)	149 (11.4%)	23 (1.8%)	5 (0.4%)	3 (0.2%)	83 (6.4%)	46	119^th of 235 public high schools	49.4%		57.9	80^th of 237 public high schools	66.2%	39	64.9	56.8	59.5	85.9	$10,345	$673	$300	$974	$8,294	$1,077	$9,371
Strom Thurmond High	Public	9-12	1131 Columbia Road	Johnston	29832	Edgefield County	Edgefield 01	No	No	No	No	(803) 275-1768	776	46	16.8	68.2%	331 (42.7%)	335 (43.2%)	73 (9.4%)	7 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.3%)	28 (3.6%)	21	186^th of 235 public high schools	20.9%		20.8	183^rd of 237 public high schools	22.8%	3	33.5	43.9	40.4	83.0	$15,964	$2,043	$1,104	$3,148	$10,557	$2,259	$12,817
Strom Thurmond Career and Technology Center	Public	9-12	17 Par Drive	Johnston	29832	Edgefield County	Edgefield 01	No	No	No	No	(803) 275-1767	0	13	.0		0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)

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