Cane Bay High School is a secondary school located in Summerville, South Carolina, United States. It is estimated to have an enrollment of >2,450 students as of the 2023-24 school year. The principal of the school is Dr. Glenda LeVine, who is accompanied by six assistant principals.
Serving 2,412 students in grades 9-12, Cane Bay 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 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 47% 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: 2,412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cane Bay High serves the southwest part of Summerville, SC, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 88.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the school's edge, while the furthest point is about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cane Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cane Bay High School's student population of 2,412 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,412 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
Cane Bay 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 Cane Bay High School is 0.65, 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
#123 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cane Bay High School's ranking?
Cane Bay High School is ranked #123 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Cane Bay High School often compared to?
Cane Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashley Ridge High School, Stratford High School, Berkeley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cane Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Cane Bay High School is 90%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Cane Bay High School?
2,412 students attend Cane Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cane Bay High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cane Bay High School?
Cane Bay High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cane Bay High School offer ?
Cane Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cane Bay High School part of?
Cane Bay High School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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