Serving 987 students in grades 9-12, Marlboro County 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 71% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 987 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marlboro County High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 485.1 square miles around Bennettsville, SC. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marlboro County High School's student population of 987 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
987 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Marlboro County 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 Marlboro County High School is 0.51, 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
#491 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)
71%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
4%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
66%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
22%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Graduation Rate
73%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-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 Marlboro County High School's ranking?
Marlboro County High School is ranked #491 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
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 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marlboro County High School?
The graduation rate of Marlboro County High School is 73%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Marlboro County High School?
987 students attend Marlboro County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Marlboro County High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marlboro County High School?
Marlboro County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marlboro County High School offer ?
Marlboro County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marlboro County High School part of?
Marlboro County High School is part of Marlboro 01 School District.
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