Manning High School

Manning High School is one of two high schools in Manning, South Carolina, United States. It is part of the Clarendon County's Clarendon County School District 2 and serves grades 9–12. Manning High School has approximately 870 students instructed by 39 teachers.
Manning High School serves 741 students in grades 9-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 741 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : 87% (Top 50% in SC)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

School Overview

Manning High School's student population of 741 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Manning High School is 0.49, 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.
This School
State Level (SC)
42%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
67%
31%
White
24%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
87%
84%
(22-23)
30.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Manning High School often compared to?
Manning High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Clarendon Middle-high by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Manning High School?
The graduation rate of Manning High School is 87%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Manning High School?
741 students attend Manning High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Manning High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manning High School?
Manning High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manning High School offer ?
Manning High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manning High School part of?
Manning High School is part of Clarendon 06 School District.

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5   10/10/2025
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 741 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : 87% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education

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