Serving 1,277 students in grades 9-12, Travelers Rest 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 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 29% 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: 1,277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Travelers Rest High serves the northwest part of its school district in Travelers Rest, SC, covering an attendance area of approximately 181.3 square miles. Families typically find the drive to the school takes around 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 9.6 miles and the furthest edge located 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Travelers Rest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Travelers Rest High School's student population of 1,277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,277 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Motto
We exist to educate students both academically and socially so that they become responsible citizens of our local and global community.
School Rankings
Travelers Rest High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Travelers Rest High School is 0.47, 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
#134 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
78%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue, Gold, and White
School Mascot
Devildogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Travelers Rest High School's ranking?
Travelers Rest High School is ranked #134 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Travelers Rest High School often compared to?
Travelers Rest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wade Hampton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Travelers Rest High School?
The graduation rate of Travelers Rest High School is 78%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Travelers Rest High School?
1,277 students attend Travelers Rest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Travelers Rest High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Travelers Rest High School?
Travelers Rest High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Travelers Rest High School offer ?
Travelers Rest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Travelers Rest High School part of?
Travelers Rest High School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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