Serving 563 students in grades 9-12, North Central High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 38% 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: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Central High serves the northeast part of Kershaw, SC, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 426.8 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 11.3 miles and the furthest edge located 20.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Central 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
North Central High School's student population of 563 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
North Central 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 North Central High School is 0.56, 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
#80 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Central High School's ranking?
North Central High School is ranked #80 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are North Central High School often compared to?
North Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lugoff-elgin High School 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 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 North Central High School?
The graduation rate of North Central High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend North Central High School?
563 students attend North Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of North Central High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Central High School?
North Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Central High School offer ?
North Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Central High School part of?
North Central High School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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