Serving 422 students in grades 9-12, Latta High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Latta High serves the entire district of Latta, SC, encompassing approximately 150.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the zone edge being 12.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Latta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Latta High School's student population of 422 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Latta High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Latta High School is 0.58, 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
#101 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
33%
31%
White
56%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Latta High School's ranking?
Latta High School is ranked #101 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Latta High School often compared to?
Latta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake View High School, Dillon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Latta High School?
The graduation rate of Latta High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Latta High School?
422 students attend Latta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Latta High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Latta High School?
Latta High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Latta High School offer ?
Latta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Latta High School part of?
Latta High School is part of Dillon 03 School District.
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