Serving 1,307 students in grades 9-12, South Pointe High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Pointe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Pointe High School's student population of 1,307 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Pointe 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 South Pointe High School is 0.59, 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
#218 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
54%
32%
White
35%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 South Pointe High School's ranking?
South Pointe High School is ranked #218 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are South Pointe High School often compared to?
South Pointe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Hill High School, Northwestern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Pointe High School?
The graduation rate of South Pointe High School is 84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend South Pointe High School?
1,307 students attend South Pointe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of South Pointe High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Pointe High School?
South Pointe High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Pointe High School offer ?
South Pointe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Pointe High School part of?
South Pointe High School is part of York 03 School District.
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