Serving 1,790 students in grades 9-12, Wade Hampton High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 1,790 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: WADE HAMPTON HIGH serves the northern part of Greenville, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 29.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located around 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wade Hampton 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
Wade Hampton High School's student population of 1,790 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,790 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Motto
Cum Audacia
School Rankings
Wade Hampton 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 Wade Hampton 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
#29 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
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
84%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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
Red and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wade Hampton High School's ranking?
Wade Hampton High School is ranked #29 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Wade Hampton High School often compared to?
Wade Hampton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wade Hampton High School?
The graduation rate of Wade Hampton High School is 84%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Wade Hampton High School?
1,790 students attend Wade Hampton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wade Hampton High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wade Hampton High School?
Wade Hampton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wade Hampton High School offer ?
Wade Hampton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wade Hampton High School part of?
Wade Hampton High School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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