Fort Dorchester High School is a public high school located in North Charleston, South Carolina, United States. It is one of the three high schools in Dorchester School District Two.
Serving 2,301 students in grades 9-12, Fort Dorchester 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 88% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Dorchester High School's student population of 2,301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Blue, Red, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Dorchester 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 Fort Dorchester High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#33 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
43%
31%
White
30%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Dorchester High School's ranking?
Fort Dorchester High School is ranked #33 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Dorchester High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Dorchester High School is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fort Dorchester High School?
2,301 students attend Fort Dorchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Fort Dorchester High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 17:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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