Gettys D. Broome High School is a public high school in Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States. A part of Spartanburg County School District 3, it was constructed in 1975 after the consolidation of multiple other high schools in the surrounding area. It has a student population of approximately 900.
Serving 865 students in grades 9-12, Broome High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Broome High's attendance zone covers the entire Spartanburg school district, encompassing approximately 81.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broome High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Broome High School's student population of 865 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
865 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Rankings
Broome High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broome High School is 0.55, 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
#112 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
16%
31%
White
64%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Centurion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broome High School's ranking?
Broome High School is ranked #112 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Broome High School often compared to?
Broome High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boiling Springs High School, Spartanburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Broome High School?
The graduation rate of Broome High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Broome High School?
865 students attend Broome High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Broome High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broome High School?
Broome High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Broome High School offer ?
Broome High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Broome High School part of?
Broome High School is part of Spartanburg 03 School District.
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