Serving 483 students in grades 6-12, Lake View High School ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake View High School's student population of 483 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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School Rankings
Lake View High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake View High School is 0.61, 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
#770 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
37%
31%
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White
50%
46%
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Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake View High School's ranking?
Lake View High School is ranked #770 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lake View High School often compared to?
Lake View High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Latta High School, Dillon High School, Dillon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake View High School?
The graduation rate of Lake View High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Lake View High School?
483 students attend Lake View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lake View High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake View High School?
Lake View High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake View High School offer ?
Lake View High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake View High School part of?
Lake View High School is part of Dillon 04 School District.
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