Serving 2,260 students in grades 9-12, Fort Dorchester 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 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Dorchester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Dorchester High School's student population of 2,260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Dorchester High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Dorchester High School is 0.70, 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
#61 out of 1095 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
42%
32%
White
31%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Dorchester High School's ranking?
Fort Dorchester High School is ranked #61 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Fort Dorchester High School often compared to?
Fort Dorchester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashley Ridge High School, Summerville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Dorchester High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Dorchester High School is 92%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Fort Dorchester High School?
2,260 students attend Fort Dorchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Fort Dorchester High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Dorchester High School?
Fort Dorchester High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Dorchester High School offer ?
Fort Dorchester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Dorchester High School part of?
Fort Dorchester High School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
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