Dorman High School
Dorman High School serves 3,589 students in grades 9-12.
Dorman High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 51% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dorman High School's student population of 3,589 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 188 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
188 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dorman High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Dorman High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#231 out of 1095 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
21%
11%
Black
30%
33%
White
40%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorman High School's ranking?
Dorman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for: Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%) and Most diverse schools (Top 5%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dorman High School?
The graduation rate of Dorman High School is 87%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Dorman High School?
3,589 students attend Dorman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Dorman High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dorman High School?
Dorman High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dorman High School offer ?
Dorman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorman High School part of?
Dorman High School is part of Spartanburg 06 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/8/2010
Dorman is an excellent school. The teachers here are the best and really care about the students. There are plenty of opportunities to do well if the kids will take advantage of them. I love Dorman and wouldn't go anywhere else. It's like a big family.
2 5/17/2010
It's a good school, but I've noticed alot of the students are pessimmistic and don't really care about much. The teachers try hard, but the students are the problem. Many parents aren't very involved
5 8/3/2009
Dorman High school teachers are the best. They really care about the students and in addition to educating them, they instill so many good characteristics and qualities in the children. I am blessed to live in this area. It is large but the school is like a big family.
2 5/18/2009
Dorman High School is too big. There is quite a large drug problems which the administration does a very good job of sweeping under the rug. I would not recommend this school.
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