Serving 731 students in grades 9-12, Philip Simmons High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philip Simmons High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Philip Simmons High School's student population of 731 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philip Simmons High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philip Simmons High School is 0.51, 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
#192 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
23%
32%
White
66%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philip Simmons High School's ranking?
Philip Simmons High School is ranked #192 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Philip Simmons High School often compared to?
Philip Simmons High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanahan High School, Cane Bay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philip Simmons High School?
The graduation rate of Philip Simmons High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Philip Simmons High School?
731 students attend Philip Simmons High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Philip Simmons High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% 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 Philip Simmons High School?
Philip Simmons High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Philip Simmons High School offer ?
Philip Simmons High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Philip Simmons High School part of?
Philip Simmons High School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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