Serving 863 students in grades 9-12, Emerald 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 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emerald High School's student population of 863 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emerald 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 Emerald High School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 1095 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
38%
32%
White
44%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald High School's ranking?
Emerald High School is ranked #234 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Emerald High School often compared to?
Emerald High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood High School, Ninety Six 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 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emerald High School?
The graduation rate of Emerald High School is 77%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Emerald High School?
863 students attend Emerald High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Emerald High School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerald High School?
Emerald High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emerald High School offer ?
Emerald High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald High School part of?
Emerald High School is part of Greenwood 50 School District.
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