Serving 1,252 students in grades 9-12, Wilson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 82% 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: 1,252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilson High School's student population of 1,252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson High School is 0.53, 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
#161 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
66%
32%
White
18%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
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 Wilson High School's ranking?
Wilson High School is ranked #161 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Wilson High School often compared to?
Wilson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Florence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson High School is 92%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wilson High School?
1,252 students attend Wilson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Wilson High School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson High School?
Wilson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilson High School offer ?
Wilson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson High School part of?
Wilson High School is part of Florence 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2021
This school prepared me to do anything. It treated everyone with respect. It was clean and welcoming at all times.
5 10/27/2014
Wilson is the best high school in the nation. It prepared me academically to compete with anyone in the world.
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