Serving 565 students in grades 7-12, Dixie 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 65-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Dixie High serves the northwest part of Due West, SC, covering an area of approximately 275.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 22.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixie 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
School Overview
Dixie High School's student population of 565 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
565 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dixie 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 Dixie High School is 0.27, 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
#164 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-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)10.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixie High School's ranking?
Dixie High School is ranked #164 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Dixie High School often compared to?
Dixie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abbeville High School, Calhoun Falls Charter 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 43% SC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dixie High School?
The graduation rate of Dixie High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Dixie High School?
565 students attend Dixie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dixie High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixie High School?
Dixie High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dixie High School offer ?
Dixie High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dixie High School part of?
Dixie High School is part of Abbeville 60 School District.
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