Serving 848 students in grades 9-12, Waccamaw 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 41%). 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 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waccamaw High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waccamaw High School's student population of 848 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waccamaw High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waccamaw High School is 0.40, 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
#166 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
14%
32%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waccamaw High School's ranking?
Waccamaw High School is ranked #166 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Waccamaw High School often compared to?
Waccamaw High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown High School, Andrews 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 41% SC state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waccamaw High School?
The graduation rate of Waccamaw High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waccamaw High School?
848 students attend Waccamaw High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Waccamaw High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waccamaw High School?
Waccamaw High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waccamaw High School offer ?
Waccamaw High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waccamaw High School part of?
Waccamaw High School is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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