Swansea High School in Swansea, South Carolina is a public high school offering education for grades 10–12, serving the surrounding communities of Swansea, Gaston, and parts of Pelion. It derives its name from its location next to Swansea, South Carolina.
Serving 694 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 20-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swansea High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Swansea High School's student population of 694 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Swansea High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swansea High School is 0.62, 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
#639 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
19%
31%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swansea High School's ranking?
Swansea High School is ranked #639 out of 1,154 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 80%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Swansea High School?
694 students attend Swansea High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Swansea High School students are White, 20% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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