Serving 991 students in grades 9-12, Carolina (High) 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 40-44% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carolina (High) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carolina (High)'s student population of 991 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
991 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carolina (High) ranks within the top 30% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carolina (High) is 0.64, 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
#285 out of 1095 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
48%
12%
Black
33%
32%
White
15%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carolina (High)'s ranking?
Carolina (High) is ranked #285 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Carolina (High) often compared to?
Carolina (High)is often viewed alongside schools like Berea High School, Southside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carolina (High)?
The graduation rate of Carolina (High) is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Carolina (High)?
991 students attend Carolina (High).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Carolina (High) students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carolina (High)?
Carolina (High) has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carolina (High) offer ?
Carolina (High) offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carolina (High) part of?
Carolina (High) is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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