Greenwood High School is located in the city of Greenwood, South Carolina. The school has approximately 1,600 students and is one of two high schools in Greenwood School District 50. The principal is Kathryn Benjamin. The school's mascot is the Eagle.
Serving 1,751 students in grades 9-12, Greenwood High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 63% 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: 1,751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greenwood High School's student population of 1,751 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Rankings
Greenwood High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood High School is 0.68, 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
#207 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
39%
31%
White
37%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood High School's ranking?
Greenwood High School is ranked #207 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Greenwood High School often compared to?
Greenwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerald High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenwood High School?
The graduation rate of Greenwood High School is 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Greenwood High School?
1,751 students attend Greenwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Greenwood High School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenwood High School?
Greenwood High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenwood High School offer ?
Greenwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenwood High School part of?
Greenwood High School is part of Greenwood 50 School District.
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