Serving 3,361 students in grades 9-12, Summerville High School ranks in the top 5% 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 72% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Summerville High serves the northern part of Summerville, SC, covering an area of 67.1 square miles. Most families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summerville 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summerville High School's student population of 3,361 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 176 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,361 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
176 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Green Wave!
School Rankings
Summerville High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summerville 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
#55 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summerville High School's ranking?
Summerville High School is ranked #55 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Summerville High School often compared to?
Summerville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashley Ridge High School, Fort Dorchester High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summerville High School?
The graduation rate of Summerville High School is 91%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Summerville High School?
3,361 students attend Summerville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Summerville High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summerville High School?
Summerville High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Summerville High School offer ?
Summerville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Summerville High School part of?
Summerville High School is part of Dorchester 02 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The school is ridiculously dirty and over-populated. The teachers have ZERO respect for the students which in turn makes the students have no respect for the teachers. Since moving here I have noticed that the majority of kids I came to know have dropped out all together. Its sad when you think about it; having a 67% graduation rate? That's close to half the students never finishing high school. Honestly I regret begging my parents to come to this school. You can get a much better education at Ashley Ridge or Colleton County. Don't come to Summerville HS.
5 10/10/2025
My grandson is fortunate enough to be enrolled at SHS and from the tenth grade he was taking college-prep classes which will enable him to graduate fom the 12th grade with an Assciates Degress.
He has had encouragement from the teachers and counselors since he started there in the 9th grade and enjoys his classes and teachers.
Because of the encouragement and closeness of the faculty he has succeeded in attaining becoming a member of both the football and baseball teams and participated in programs at Charleston Southern University. He is alo a member of the National Honor Society. Counselors meet with students to assist in planning their goals of the future and it is on course up to the students as to whether they wish to succeed. Teachers cannot make a student pass or fail - it is up to the individual to seek help when they need it.
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