Serving 2,391 students in grades 9-12, James F. Byrnes 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 42% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: James F. Byrnes High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Duncan, SC, encompassing approximately 108.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge being 9 miles away.
- 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 2,391 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Rebels
School Rankings
James F. Byrnes 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 James F. Byrnes High School is 0.66, 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
#322 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Royal blue
School Mascot
Rebel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James F. Byrnes High School's ranking?
James F. Byrnes High School is ranked #322 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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 86%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend James F. Byrnes High School?
2,391 students attend James F. Byrnes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of James F. Byrnes High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 18% 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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