Serving 991 students in grades 9-12, Marlboro County High School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 72% 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: 991 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marlboro County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marlboro County High School's student population of 991 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
991 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marlboro County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marlboro County High School is 0.55, 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
#494 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
61%
32%
White
28%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
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 Marlboro County High School's ranking?
Marlboro County High School is ranked #494 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marlboro County High School?
The graduation rate of Marlboro County High School is 81%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Marlboro County High School?
991 students attend Marlboro County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Marlboro County High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marlboro County High School?
Marlboro County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marlboro County High School offer ?
Marlboro County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marlboro County High School part of?
Marlboro County High School is part of Marlboro 01 School District.
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