Serving 734 students in grades 9-12, Mid-carolina High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mid-carolina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mid-carolina High School's student population of 734 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mid-carolina High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mid-carolina High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#30 out of 1095 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
18%
32%
White
65%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mid-carolina High School's ranking?
Mid-carolina High School is ranked #30 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Mid-carolina High School often compared to?
Mid-carolina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mid-carolina Middle School, Little Mountain Elementary School, Whitmire Community School (High) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mid-carolina High School?
The graduation rate of Mid-carolina High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Mid-carolina High School?
734 students attend Mid-carolina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mid-carolina High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mid-carolina High School?
Mid-carolina High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mid-carolina High School offer ?
Mid-carolina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mid-carolina High School part of?
Mid-carolina High School is part of Newberry 01 School District.
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