Wando High School is a public high school within the Charleston County School District, located in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, United States. The school serves students living in Mount Pleasant and other suburban portions of eastern Charleston County.
Serving 2,588 students in grades 9-12, Wando High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (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 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wando High serves the eastern part of Mount Pleasant, SC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 173.7 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 12.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wando High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wando High School's student population of 2,588 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Rankings
Wando High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wando High School is 0.35, 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
#7 out of 1118 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
10%
31%
White
80%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wando High School's ranking?
Wando High School is ranked #7 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Wando High School often compared to?
Wando High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oceanside Collegiate Academy, Lucy Garrett Beckham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wando High School?
The graduation rate of Wando High School is 94%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Wando High School?
2,588 students attend Wando High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wando High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wando High School?
Wando High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wando High School offer ?
Wando High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wando High School part of?
Wando High School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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