D. W. Daniel High School is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades nine through twelve in the town of Central, South Carolina, United States. Besides Central, it also serves Clemson and Six Mile.
Serving 1,216 students in grades 9-12, D. W. Daniel High School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 25% 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: 1,216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
D. W. Daniel 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
D. W. Daniel High School's student population of 1,216 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Gold, Columbia blue
School Rankings
D. W. Daniel High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of D. W. Daniel High School is 0.42, 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
#61 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
9%
31%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is D. W. Daniel High School's ranking?
D. W. Daniel High School is ranked #61 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are D. W. Daniel High School often compared to?
D. W. Daniel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickens High School, Seneca High School, Walhalla High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of D. W. Daniel High School?
The graduation rate of D. W. Daniel High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend D. W. Daniel High School?
1,216 students attend D. W. Daniel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of D. W. Daniel High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of D. W. Daniel High School?
D. W. Daniel High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does D. W. Daniel High School offer ?
D. W. Daniel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is D. W. Daniel High School part of?
D. W. Daniel High School is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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