Stratford High School is a public high school located in Goose Creek, South Carolina. It serves grades 9–12 and is a part of the Berkeley County School District. The school was originally built in 1981, and opened in 1983 with approximately 1100 students.
Serving 2,710 students in grades 9-12, Stratford 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 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 2,710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stratford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Stratford High School's student population of 2,710 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 165 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
165 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Rankings
Stratford High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stratford High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#204 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
27%
31%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratford High School's ranking?
Stratford High School is ranked #204 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Stratford High School often compared to?
Stratford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goose Creek High School, Cane Bay High School, Hanahan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stratford High School?
The graduation rate of Stratford High School is 82%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Stratford High School?
2,710 students attend Stratford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Stratford High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stratford High School?
Stratford High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stratford High School offer ?
Stratford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stratford High School part of?
Stratford High School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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