Serving 1,197 students in grades 9-12, Lower Richland 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lower Richland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lower Richland High School's student population of 1,197 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lower Richland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lower Richland High School is 0.29, 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
#686 out of 1095 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
84%
32%
White
5%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
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 #686 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lower Richland High School?
The graduation rate of Lower Richland High School is 86%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Lower Richland High School?
1,197 students attend Lower Richland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lower Richland High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lower Richland High School part of?
Lower Richland High School is part of Richland 01 School District.
School Reviews
1 4/28/2021
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 8/25/2010
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.
5 6/8/2010
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!!!!!
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