For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 4,249 students in 29732, SC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 29732, SC are Northwestern High School, York Preparatory Academy and Riverwalk Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 29732 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the South Carolina public high school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 76% statewide average). High schools in 29732, SC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 29732 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is York Preparatory Academy, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 29732, SC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2503 West Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1200
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,822 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
York Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1047 Golden Gate Court
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 324-4400
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 324-4400
Gr: K-12 | 1,672 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Riverwalk Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5750 Mount Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 327-8400
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 327-8400
Gr: K-12 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Applied Technology Center
Vocational School
2399 West Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1100
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1100
Gr: 9-12
29732, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2240 Rosewood Drive
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1540
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 981-1540
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 29732, SC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 29732, SC include Northwestern High School, York Preparatory Academy and Riverwalk Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 29732?
4 public high schools are located in 29732.
What is the racial composition of students in 29732?
29732 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the South Carolina public high schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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