South Pointe High School is the third and newest high school in Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA. The school is part of York County School District Three. It has an enrollment of approximately 1,196 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 1,181 students in grades 9-12, South Pointe 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 78% (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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Pointe High School's student population of 1,181 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
White, Red, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Pointe 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 South Pointe High School is 0.58, 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
#103 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
57%
31%
White
30%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pointe High School's ranking?
South Pointe High School is ranked #103 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 equal to the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Pointe High School?
1,181 students attend South Pointe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Pointe High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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