Strom Thurmond High School is a four year high school located in Johnston, a town in Edgefield County, South Carolina, United States. It is named for Strom Thurmond, who served as Governor of South Carolina, and was an eight-term senator from South Carolina and it is home of the rebels.
Serving 720 students in grades 9-12, Strom Thurmond High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Strom Thurmond High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Johnston, SC, covering approximately 506.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.6 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 20.5 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strom Thurmond High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Strom Thurmond High School's student population of 720 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
720 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Strom Thurmond High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Strom Thurmond High School is 0.65, 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
#512 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Rebels
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strom Thurmond High School's ranking?
Strom Thurmond High School is ranked #512 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Strom Thurmond High School often compared to?
Strom Thurmond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Strom Thurmond High School?
The graduation rate of Strom Thurmond High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Strom Thurmond High School?
720 students attend Strom Thurmond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Strom Thurmond High School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Strom Thurmond High School?
Strom Thurmond High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Strom Thurmond High School offer ?
Strom Thurmond High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Strom Thurmond High School part of?
Strom Thurmond High School is part of Edgefield 01 School District.
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