D. W. Daniel High School is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades nine through twelve in the town of Central, South Carolina, United States. Besides Central, it also serves Clemson and Six Mile.
Serving 1,222 students in grades 9-12, D. W. Daniel High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: D. W. Daniel High serves the southwest part of Central, SC, covering an attendance area of approximately 100.7 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
D. W. Daniel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
D. W. Daniel High School's student population of 1,222 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,222 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
Campus Size
92.78 acres (37.55 ha)
School Rankings
D. W. Daniel High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of D. W. Daniel High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is D. W. Daniel High School's ranking?
D. W. Daniel High School is ranked #49 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are D. W. Daniel High School often compared to?
D. W. Daniel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickens High School, Seneca High School, Walhalla High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of D. W. Daniel High School?
The graduation rate of D. W. Daniel High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend D. W. Daniel High School?
1,222 students attend D. W. Daniel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of D. W. Daniel High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of D. W. Daniel High School?
D. W. Daniel High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does D. W. Daniel High School offer ?
D. W. Daniel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is D. W. Daniel High School part of?
D. W. Daniel High School is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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