Chesnee High School is a high school located in the northern part of Spartanburg County, South Carolina, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Serving 673 students in grades 9-12, Chesnee High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (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 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chesnee High serves the northeast part of Chesnee, SC, covering an area of approximately 62.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesnee 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
School Overview
Chesnee High School's student population of 673 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
673 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1911
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Chesnee High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesnee High School is 0.34, 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
#47 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Chesnee Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesnee High School's ranking?
Chesnee High School is ranked #47 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Chesnee High School often compared to?
Chesnee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boiling Springs High School, Broome High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Chesnee High School?
The graduation rate of Chesnee High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Chesnee High School?
673 students attend Chesnee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Chesnee High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesnee High School?
Chesnee High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesnee High School offer ?
Chesnee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chesnee High School part of?
Chesnee High School is part of Spartanburg 02 School District.
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