Serving 2,315 students in grades 9-12, James F. Byrnes 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 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James F. Byrnes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James F. Byrnes High School's student population of 2,315 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Grey, Royal blue
School Rankings
James F. Byrnes High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James F. Byrnes High School is 0.65, which is less 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
#391 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
22%
31%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rebel
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James F. Byrnes High School's ranking?
James F. Byrnes High School is ranked #391 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are James F. Byrnes High School often compared to?
James F. Byrnes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorman High School, James Byrnes Freshman Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of James F. Byrnes High School?
The graduation rate of James F. Byrnes High School is 83%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend James F. Byrnes High School?
2,315 students attend James F. Byrnes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of James F. Byrnes High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James F. Byrnes High School?
James F. Byrnes High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does James F. Byrnes High School offer ?
James F. Byrnes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James F. Byrnes High School part of?
James F. Byrnes High School is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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