Serving 325 students in grades 9-12, Johnsonville 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 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnsonville High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Johnsonville, SC, covering approximately 83.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 11.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnsonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Johnsonville High School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower the Learner
School Rankings
Johnsonville High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnsonville High School is 0.53, 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
#179 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
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
85-89%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
School Mascot
Golden Flashes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnsonville High School's ranking?
Johnsonville High School is ranked #179 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Johnsonville High School often compared to?
Johnsonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake City High School, Hannah Pamplico High School, West Florence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnsonville High School?
The graduation rate of Johnsonville High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Johnsonville High School?
325 students attend Johnsonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Johnsonville High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnsonville High School?
Johnsonville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnsonville High School offer ?
Johnsonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnsonville High School part of?
Johnsonville High School is part of Florence 05 School District.
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