Where is James Byrnes Freshman Academy located?

You can find James Byrnes Freshman Academy in Duncan, SC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James Byrnes Freshman Academy?

At James Byrnes Freshman Academy, there are approximately 16.5 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Duncan, SC?

James Byrnes Freshman Academy is among the schools serving Duncan, SC. The school is part of the local school system.

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Duncan, South Carolina|Spartanburg 05

Duncan, SC 29334

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Sep

Mon

ACA Grandparent Breakfast- K5BreakDistrict-wide

Sep

Tue

ACA Grandparent Breakfast- 1st GradeBreakDistrict-wide

Sep

Wed

Early Release Dayhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Sep

Wed

ACA Grandparent Breakfast- 2nd GradeBreakDistrict-wide

Sep

Thu

ACA Grandparent Breakfast- 3rd GradeBreakDistrict-wide

Sep

Fri

ACA Grandparent Breakfast- 4th/5th GradeBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

Enrollment

810

Student:Teacher

16.5:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Spartanburg 05

Econ. Disadvantaged

62.4%

Phone

(864)949-2320

School Statistics

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

2 courses offered

30 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

134 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

14 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1

Near average in SC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

800

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,950

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,315

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,011

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 42%Local 50%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$274,052

+2.2% 1yr+41.5% 5yr

Spartanburg, SC metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

23.8%

Below 150% poverty line

4.8%

Unemployment rate

10.8%

Uninsured residents

12.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,657

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,509

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

505 (33%)

Speech/Language Impairment

325 (22%)

Other Health Impairment

251 (17%)

Autism

200 (13%)

Intellectual Disability

61 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

32 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

792

Current enrollment

Growing(+14% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 21, 2026

ACA Grandparent Breakfast- K5

Break

Tue, Sep 22, 2026

ACA Grandparent Breakfast- 1st Grade

Break

Wed, Sep 23, 2026

Early Release Day

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Spartanburg 05. James Byrnes Freshman Academy follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	ACA Grandparent Breakfast- K5District-wide	Break	—
Tue, Sep 22, 2026	ACA Grandparent Breakfast- 1st GradeDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	ACA Grandparent Breakfast- 2nd GradeDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	ACA Grandparent Breakfast- 3rd GradeDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	ACA Grandparent Breakfast- 4th/5th GradeDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	BSE Grandparent Breakfast (Last Name A-L)District-wide	Break	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	BSE Grandparent Breakfast (Last Name M-Z)District-wide	Break	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election Day HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	BHS: ASVAB TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving HolidaysDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	ACA Honor Choir Christmas ConcertDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	BSE Holiday Sing AlongDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter HolidaysDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	BHS teachers return: Back to SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	Early Release DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents Day/Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	BHS: AP TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	BSE Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Juneteenth HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about James Byrnes Freshman Academy

James Byrnes Freshman Academy has a total enrollment of 810 students and serves grades K-12. The school is part of the local school district in Duncan, SC.