Serving 695 students in grades 9-12, Swansea High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swansea High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Swansea, SC, encompassing approximately 118.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.4 miles and the furthest point located 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swansea High School's student population of 695 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
695 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swansea High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swansea High School is 0.64, 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
#660 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swansea High School's ranking?
Swansea High School is ranked #660 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Swansea High School often compared to?
Swansea High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelion High School, Lexington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swansea High School?
The graduation rate of Swansea High School is 70%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Swansea High School?
695 students attend Swansea High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Swansea High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swansea High School?
Swansea High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swansea High School offer ?
Swansea High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swansea High School part of?
Swansea High School is part of Lexington 04 School District.
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