Serving 192 students in grades 9-12, Mccormick 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 35-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McCormick High's attendance zone covers the entire school district of McCormick, SC, encompassing approximately 393.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 24.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccormick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mccormick High School's student population of 192 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
192 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mccormick 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 Mccormick High School is 0.35, 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
#372 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Black
79%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
17%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-79%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
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)
7%
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 Mccormick High School's ranking?
Mccormick High School is ranked #372 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mccormick High School?
The graduation rate of Mccormick High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Mccormick High School?
192 students attend Mccormick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mccormick High School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccormick High School?
Mccormick High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mccormick High School offer ?
Mccormick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mccormick High School part of?
Mccormick High School is part of Mccormick 01 School District.
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