Serving 628 students in grades 9-12, Lake City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake City High School's student population of 628 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake City High School is 0.33, 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
#647 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
81%
32%
White
12%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake City High School's ranking?
Lake City High School is ranked #647 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lake City High School often compared to?
Lake City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnsonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake City High School?
The graduation rate of Lake City High School is 70%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Lake City High School?
628 students attend Lake City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lake City High School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake City High School?
Lake City High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake City High School offer ?
Lake City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake City High School part of?
Lake City High School is part of Florence 03 School District.
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