Lugoff-Elgin High School is a public high school located in Lugoff, South Carolina. It is one of the three high schools in the Kershaw County School District of South Carolina. It opened in 1971. It is home of the Lugoff-Elgin Demons.
Serving 1,759 students in grades 9-12, Lugoff-elgin 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 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,759 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lugoff-Elgin High serves the southwest part of Lugoff, SC, covering an area of approximately 181.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lugoff-elgin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lugoff-elgin High School's student population of 1,759 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,759 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
A Legacy of Excellence
School Rankings
Lugoff-elgin 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 Lugoff-elgin High School is 0.61, 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
#69 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Demon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lugoff-elgin High School's ranking?
Lugoff-elgin High School is ranked #69 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lugoff-elgin High School often compared to?
Lugoff-elgin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden High School, North Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lugoff-elgin High School?
The graduation rate of Lugoff-elgin High School is 84%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Lugoff-elgin High School?
1,759 students attend Lugoff-elgin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lugoff-elgin High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lugoff-elgin High School?
Lugoff-elgin High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lugoff-elgin High School offer ?
Lugoff-elgin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lugoff-elgin High School part of?
Lugoff-elgin High School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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