Serving 1,634 students in grades 9-12, Greenwood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 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 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greenwood High School's student population of 1,634 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenwood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#385 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
37%
32%
White
40%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood High School's ranking?
Greenwood High School is ranked #385 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenwood High School?
The graduation rate of Greenwood High School is 87%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Greenwood High School?
1,634 students attend Greenwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Greenwood High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenwood High School?
Greenwood High School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenwood High School part of?
Greenwood High School is part of Greenwood 50 School District.
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