Serving 699 students in grades 9-12, Chester Senior 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 70-74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chester Senior High serves the west part of Chester, SC, covering an area of approximately 361.4 square miles. The average drive to the school from the farthest edges of the attendance zone is around 20-30 minutes, with the outer limit being 18.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chester Senior High School's student population of 699 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
699 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Chester Senior 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 Chester Senior High School is 0.63, 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
#199 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
53%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
28%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
73%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Senior High School's ranking?
Chester Senior High School is ranked #199 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Chester Senior High School often compared to?
Chester Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisville High School, Fairfield Central High School, Great Falls 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chester Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Chester Senior High School is 73%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Chester Senior High School?
699 students attend Chester Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chester Senior High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester Senior High School?
Chester Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chester Senior High School offer ?
Chester Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chester Senior High School part of?
Chester Senior High School is part of Chester 01 School District.
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