Serving 1,390 students in grades 9-12, Lancaster 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 29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lancaster High serves the west part of Lancaster, SC, covering an area of approximately 188.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being about 19.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lancaster High School's student population of 1,390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,390 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1923
School Rankings
Lancaster High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lancaster 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
#557 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
49%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
25%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
71%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster High School's ranking?
Lancaster High School is ranked #557 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lancaster High School often compared to?
Lancaster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buford High School, Indian Land High School, Andrew Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lancaster High School?
The graduation rate of Lancaster High School is 71%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Lancaster High School?
1,390 students attend Lancaster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lancaster High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lancaster High School?
Lancaster High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lancaster High School offer ?
Lancaster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lancaster High School part of?
Lancaster High School is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
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