Andrew Jackson High School is a public high school in Kershaw, South Carolina, United States. It is within the Lancaster County School District.
Serving 557 students in grades 9-12, Andrew Jackson 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 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Andrew Jackson High serves the southeast part of Kershaw, SC, covering an area of approximately 211.7 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andrew Jackson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Andrew Jackson High School's student population of 557 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Andrew Jackson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew Jackson High School is 0.50, 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
#267 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
23%
31%
White
67%
46%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Volunteer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew Jackson High School's ranking?
Andrew Jackson High School is ranked #267 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Andrew Jackson High School often compared to?
Andrew Jackson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buford High School, Lancaster High School, Indian Land High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Andrew Jackson High School?
The graduation rate of Andrew Jackson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Andrew Jackson High School?
557 students attend Andrew Jackson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Andrew Jackson High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrew Jackson High School?
Andrew Jackson High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrew Jackson High School offer ?
Andrew Jackson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andrew Jackson High School part of?
Andrew Jackson High School is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
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