Serving 2,590 students in grades 9-12, Boiling Springs High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boiling Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Boiling Springs High School's student population of 2,590 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boiling Springs High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boiling Springs High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#48 out of 1095 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
16%
32%
White
63%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boiling Springs High School's ranking?
Boiling Springs High School is ranked #48 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Boiling Springs High School often compared to?
Boiling Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broome High School, Spartanburg High School, Chapman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boiling Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Boiling Springs High School is 94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Boiling Springs High School?
2,590 students attend Boiling Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Boiling Springs High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boiling Springs High School?
Boiling Springs High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boiling Springs High School offer ?
Boiling Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Boiling Springs High School part of?
Boiling Springs High School is part of Spartanburg 02 School District.
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