Serving 813 students in grades 9-12, Broome High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broome High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Broome High School's student population of 813 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Broome High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broome High School is 0.45, 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
#249 out of 1095 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
12%
32%
White
73%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Broome High School's ranking?
Broome High School is ranked #249 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Broome High School often compared to?
Broome High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boiling Springs High School, Spartanburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Broome High School?
The graduation rate of Broome High School is 92%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Broome High School?
813 students attend Broome High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Broome High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broome High School?
Broome High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Broome High School offer ?
Broome High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Broome High School part of?
Broome High School is part of Spartanburg 03 School District.
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