Serving 1,218 students in grades 9-12, Lower Richland 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 34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 1,218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lower Richland High serves the southeast part of Hopkins, SC, covering an area of approximately 304.7 square miles, with typical travel times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 13.6 miles, extending up to 20.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lower Richland High School's student population of 1,218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,218 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Lower Richland 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 Lower Richland High School is 0.34, 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
#502 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
81%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
6%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
82%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lower Richland High School's ranking?
Lower Richland High School is ranked #502 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lower Richland High School often compared to?
Lower Richland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dreher High School, A. C. Flora High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lower Richland High School?
The graduation rate of Lower Richland High School is 82%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Lower Richland High School?
1,218 students attend Lower Richland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lower Richland High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lower Richland High School?
Lower Richland High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lower Richland High School offer ?
Lower Richland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lower Richland High School part of?
Lower Richland High School is part of Richland 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Lower Richland is doing great things. Based on the acedemics of the past year I have watched young people there take a totally different approach to their education. The athletic department is doing an awesone job. They now have a new coach for the football team. Their track team, wrestling, and basketball teams all placed this year. The senior class recieved over 5 million dollars in scholarships. The principal there is just awesome. I have watched him talk with each of his students as if he was a father. The kids have a lot of respect for him, and I believe that his presence (principal) has a lot to do with the success this school is experiencing.. Kudos to Lower Richland!!!!!
5 10/10/2025
As a parent new to the area, I was given advice on where to send my children and which to avoid,all the negativity was directed at Lower Richland, right then and there I said this is where I want my child to be. He exceled in his classes, his chosen sport and the NJROTC program. My child's fellow classmates show respect and admiration for one another, and always has each others best interest at heart. The pricipal is caring, forthright and honest. The teachers are awesome and if I had to choose all over again it would be the same.
1 10/10/2025
This school is horrible. Don't send your kids here and please try to afford a better place to live if they have to go here.
5 10/10/2025
Lower Richland is where I began to flourish as a student.
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