Serving 724 students in grades 9-12, Newberry 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 65-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 724 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newberry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Newberry High School's student population of 724 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
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newberry 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 Newberry High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#307 out of 1095 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
12%
Black
45%
32%
White
22%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Newberry High School's ranking?
Newberry High School is ranked #307 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Newberry High School often compared to?
Newberry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mid-carolina 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newberry High School?
The graduation rate of Newberry High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Newberry High School?
724 students attend Newberry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Newberry High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newberry High School?
Newberry High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newberry High School offer ?
Newberry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newberry High School part of?
Newberry High School is part of Newberry 01 School District.
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