Serving 681 students in grades 9-12, Mid-carolina High School ranks in the top 10% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mid Carolina High serves the southeastern part of Prosperity, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 250.1 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school. The farthest edge of the attendance zone is about 15.8 miles from the school.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mid-carolina High School's student population of 681 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mid-carolina High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 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 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #59 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Newberry High School, Little Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mid-carolina High School?
The graduation rate of Mid-carolina High School is 90%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Mid-carolina High School?
681 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, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mid-carolina High School?
Mid-carolina High School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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