Clover High School is a public high school located in Clover, South Carolina, United States, about 28 miles from Charlotte. It is the only high school in the Clover School District. As of the 2019–2020 school year, the principal is Rod Ruth. Clover's feeder schools are Oakridge Middle School and Clover Middle School.
Serving 2,698 students in grades 9-12, Clover 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% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clover High School's student population of 2,698 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 177 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
177 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Clover 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 Clover High School is 0.46, 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
#20 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
11%
31%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clover High School's ranking?
Clover High School is ranked #20 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Clover High School often compared to?
Clover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Mill High School, York Comprehensive High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clover High School?
The graduation rate of Clover High School is 97%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Clover High School?
2,698 students attend Clover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Clover High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clover High School?
Clover High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clover High School offer ?
Clover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clover High School part of?
Clover High School is part of York 02 School District.
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