Serving 1,568 students in grades 9-12, Laurens District 55 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 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurens District 55 High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laurens District 55 High School's student population of 1,568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laurens District 55 High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurens District 55 High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#464 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
28%
32%
White
53%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurens District 55 High School's ranking?
Laurens District 55 High School is ranked #464 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Laurens District 55 High School often compared to?
Laurens District 55 High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurens District 55 High School?
The graduation rate of Laurens District 55 High School is 82%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Laurens District 55 High School?
1,568 students attend Laurens District 55 High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Laurens District 55 High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurens District 55 High School?
Laurens District 55 High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurens District 55 High School offer ?
Laurens District 55 High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurens District 55 High School part of?
Laurens District 55 High School is part of Laurens 55 School District.
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