McBee High School is a public secondary school serving grades 6 through 12 in McBee, South Carolina. The school is located on McBee's west side, near the intersection of Highway 151 and 1.
Serving 577 students in grades 6-12, Mcbee 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 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: McBee High serves the southern part of its school district in Mc Bee, SC, covering an area of approximately 242.4 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcbee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcbee High School's student population of 577 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
577 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a future for students!
School Rankings
Mcbee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcbee High School is 0.48, 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
#580 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcbee High School's ranking?
Mcbee High School is ranked #580 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcbee High School?
The graduation rate of Mcbee High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Mcbee High School?
577 students attend Mcbee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mcbee High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcbee High School?
Mcbee High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcbee High School offer ?
Mcbee High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcbee High School part of?
Mcbee High School is part of Chesterfield 01 School District.
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