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 1,724 students in grades 9-12, Greenwood High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenwood High serves the northern part of Greenwood, SC, covering an extensive area of approximately 129.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.7 miles.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Greenwood High School's student population of 1,724 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,724 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing tomorrow's leaders together.
School Rankings
Greenwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood High School is 0.69, 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
#266 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood High School's ranking?
Greenwood High School is ranked #266 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Ninety Six High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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 82%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Greenwood High School?
1,724 students attend Greenwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Greenwood High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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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