Mayo High School for Math, Science, and Technology is a magnet high school located in Darlington, South Carolina. The school educates about 340 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Darlington County School District.
Serving 343 students in grades 9-12, Mayo High For Math Science & Technology ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayo High For Math Science & Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mayo High For Math Science & Technology's student population of 343 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Colors
Green, Navy Blue, Hunter green
School Rankings
Mayo High For Math Science & Technology ranks within the top 5% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayo High For Math Science & Technology is 0.62, 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
#12 out of 1154 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
28%
31%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayo High For Math Science & Technology's ranking?
Mayo High For Math Science & Technology is ranked #12 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mayo High For Math Science & Technology often compared to?
Mayo High For Math Science & Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Darlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mayo High For Math Science & Technology?
The graduation rate of Mayo High For Math Science & Technology is 90%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mayo High For Math Science & Technology?
343 students attend Mayo High For Math Science & Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mayo High For Math Science & Technology students are White, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayo High For Math Science & Technology?
Mayo High For Math Science & Technology has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayo High For Math Science & Technology offer ?
Mayo High For Math Science & Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mayo High For Math Science & Technology part of?
Mayo High For Math Science & Technology is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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