Andrews High School is a secondary school located in Andrews, South Carolina, United States. It is the oldest continually serving school in Georgetown County. It was established in 1922 with grades 7–11 on a campus on Farr Avenue. In 1963, the campus was moved to Alder Street a few blocks away.
Serving 471 students in grades 9-12, Andrews High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Andrews High serves the southwest part of Andrews, SC, covering an attendance area of approximately 205.1 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 19.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andrews High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Andrews High School's student population of 471 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andrews High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrews High School is 0.58, 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
#601 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
55%
31%
White
34%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrews High School's ranking?
Andrews High School is ranked #601 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Andrews High School often compared to?
Andrews High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown High School, Waccamaw High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Andrews High School?
The graduation rate of Andrews High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Andrews High School?
471 students attend Andrews High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Andrews High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrews High School?
Andrews High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrews High School offer ?
Andrews High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andrews High School part of?
Andrews High School is part of Georgetown 01 School District.
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